""On the one hand, you have châteaux, stately homes and period properties that clearly have heritage value, so you'd expect to be limited in how you can renovate or work on them," says Tom. "On the other hand, homes that are fairly plain, or contemporary, or even a rural farmhouse might be located within 500 metres of an historic monument or church, so they are treated as part of the visual context of that building. That can be a shock for people who only find this out after purchase, and in this case, it's important to know what you can and can't do.""
""It's often a surprise for people buying in France to discover that their new property comes with restrictions," explains Tom Easdown, a French-registered architect."
Many properties in France carry renovation restrictions that are not always obvious. Restrictions can apply to clearly listed heritage buildings and to ordinary homes located within visual proximity (often 500 metres) of historic monuments or churches. Local planning rules or protected zone designations can limit changes such as painting shutters, replacing windows, adding extensions, verandas or outbuildings. Assume permission may be needed and check the property's heritage status and zone before starting work. Consult a French-registered architect or local planning authority for guidance and permits to avoid legal problems and ensure compliant renovations.
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