Useful links

Because sometimes it’s hard to know where to start...

Understanding the law, knowing your regulatory obligations, finding out where underground utilities are on your property, or simply locating a nursery...

Designing a garden, creating a green space, or building a patio requires much more than just a good idea.

That’s why we’ve compiled a selection of reliable resources on this page to help you every step of the way.

And if you’re still unsure, landscapers are here to guide you!

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I have no commercial ties with the nurseries mentioned below. This is a personal selection

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GEOPORTAIL.gouv.fr

This is the national portal for territorial knowledge, implemented by the IGN.

A valuable tool to learn everything about your land and its history over time.

Legal obligation to clear undergrowth

Interactive map to find out if you are obliged to clear undergrowth 

GEOPORTAIL.gouv.fr 

Aerial view
with Google Earth

Because sometimes you need to see your land from an aerial view... with the ability to measure areas (surface, length of a hedge, etc.).

To find out more about soils using GisSol maps

Gis Sol has published over 150 maps in the 2011 French Soil Report. These maps reflect the state of soil quality in 2011.

Maps available for download!

We still need cadastral maps
cadastre.gouv.fr

The French cadastral map available online consists of 598,345 map sheets in image or vector format.
This service allows you to search, consult and order these map sheets.

Do you live in the Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region?
PLU

The Aix-Marseille-Provence Metropolis offers you a dashboard providing an overview of the planning documents published on the geoportal. 

Do you live in Aix?
PLU

Plan Local d'urbanisme d'Aix-en-Provence with link to the latest approved on July 23, 2015

Need a building permit?
The Service-Public.fr website answers your questions

It’s not always easy to know whether you need a building permit for your future terrace, pool fence, pergola, or other constructions.

Declaration prior to construction and work not subject to building permit

A link to the page on the service-public.fr website where you can obtain the CERFA 16702*01 form, as well as valuable information on who to send this request to...

Looking for your underground networks?

This page of INERIS page will enable you to make your declaration free of charge, prior to your work.

In return, the companies and local authorities who operate the networks will provide you with the information you need to carry out your project in complete safety.

The website: https://www.declarermonchantier.fr/

Online nursery Promesse de Fleurs

For those who want to order their plants online. I find the site complete and the packaging impeccable, and you can choose your delivery date (even one or two months later!).

Mediterranean plant specialist
Pépinières Peretti

The nursery is a specialist in Mediterranean plants, especially drought-resistant ones.

PERETTI Nurseries is a company located in Mallemort, near Salon-de-Provence, in the Bouches du Rhône region (13).

Where to find hardy citrus trees?
Pépinière Agrumes de provence

Love citrus but live somewhere cold? This nursery is just what you need!
All plants are grown entirely on-site, and the owner is incredibly friendly.

The nursery is located in Salon-de-Provence.

Buying Guide: Choosing the Right Plant Size
with HUCHET Nurseries

Their page explains what a young plant is and what the different packaging types mean (pot, 1L container, large cell tray, etc.).

Gardener's dictionary from Ouest-France

A well-designed dictionary by the well-known daily newspaper Ouest-France.

While browsing the site, you’ll also find a wealth of information on plants, gardening tips, planting advice, pest control, and more.

UNEP, union of landscape companies

Established in 1963, the National Union of Landscape Companies (Unep) is the sole professional landscaping organization acknowledged by government authorities.

Planting the right way, with CERAMA’s expert advice

This website is intended for professionals, but it's also very interesting for individuals. The page outlines the 7 golden rules for greening our cities and keeping them cool.

CERAMA is a public institution that supports the French government and local authorities in addressing climate challenges and shaping the territories of tomorrow.

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