The Decennial Liability of Real Estate Developers in Algerian Law

Abstract

The decennial liability is a legally presumed responsibility that applies to all individuals and entities involved in the construction and building sector. This liability has been regulated by mandatory provisions due to the serious consequences that arise from faulty construction on the buyer of the property, who is not required to prove fault. To protect the buyer, Algerian legislation has expanded the circle of individuals responsible under the decennial guarantee. This includes contractors, architects, technical controllers, real estate developers, and anyone else involved through a contract with the employer. However, the scope of the liability has been narrowed to cover only the construction of buildings, permanent structures, and installed equipment, and this guarantee lasts throughout the decennial period, starting from the final acceptance of the work.