Section 2: Fixed installations

Without prejudice to the provisions of the town planning code and the building and housing code applicable to establishments open to the public and subject to the provisions of article L. 312-7 of this code, arenas intended to host sporting events open to the public must be approved.

Any permanent change to the enclosure, its layout or its environment will require a new approval to be issued.

Outdoor sports facilities with a capacity not exceeding 3,000 spectators and indoor sports facilities with a capacity not exceeding 500 spectators are not subject to approval.

Authorisation to open to the public may not be given before the expiry of a period set by regulation.

Withdrawal of approval means withdrawal of authorisation to open to the public.

A Conseil d’Etat decree sets out the conditions for the application of articles L. 312-5 to L. 312-9. It shall specify the conditions for issuing and withdrawing the approval provided for in article L. 312-5.

The design, construction and operation of ski lifts and the development of downhill ski runs are governed by articles L. 445-1 à L. 445-4 du code de l’urbanisme et les articles L. 342-7 à L. 342-26 du code du tourisme.