Owner’s liability for unauthorized construction is no longer absolute

For a long time, Latvian case law followed the assumption that liability automatically lies with the property owner. However, recent judgments by the Senate indicate that the situation is more complex and must be assessed individually. 

In an article for iTiesības, WALLESS Associate Monta Ābele-Sedliņa explains what should be considered to avoid unauthorized construction and how courts currently determine who bears responsibility. 

To learn more about construction approval, liability risks, and how responsibility is allocated in practice, read the full article here: https://shorturl.at/sFU3p