Paragraph 3: Gardens and surrounding areas

Gardens and areas surrounding residential premises must be maintained in such a way as not to compromise the health and hygiene of these premises. When household waste containers and dustbins are stored there,article R. 1331-51 applies. Access to communal play areas and sandpits is forbidden to pets.

The planting of plant species whose proliferation is likely to have negative effects on health, in particular those listed inarticle D. 1338-1, is prohibited. Gardens and areas surrounding residential premises must be maintained in such a way as not to allow the proliferation of animals that are harmful to human health.

It is forbidden to keep and maintain animals of any species in communal areas of apartment buildings, or around or in the gardens of dwellings, which, due to their number, behaviour or state of health, are likely to constitute a danger or risk to the health or safety of persons or to the hygiene of the premises. The number of animals reared may be limited and the distance between enclosures…