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Obtaining Planning Permission in France

Tuesday 02 March 2010

What are the procedures for making a planning application in France and obtaining planning permission?

We have recently updated our guide to the whole process of making a planning application in France, with sections that consider the following main issues:

  • Who Decides on the Application?
  • Where to Get Planning Advice
  • Submitting Your Planning Application
  • Procedural Timescales
  • Public Notice Requirements
  • Extension of Planning Consent.

You can find out about all this information in our comprehensive guide to Planning Applications in France.

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