Think you can save money by managing your own renovation project in France? You might want to listen to this first.

In this episode, Rosie and Sue (Micala is off running a fundraising event - more on that next time) get into the detail on project management: what a professional project manager actually does, what it costs, the legal framework you need to understand as a homeowner in France, and the red flags to watch out for when hiring one. Frank, practical and - as ever - unfiltered.

For a detailed summary of everything discussed in this episode, go to www.frenchrenodiaries.com.

Resources mentioned:

• Chambre de Métiers et de l'Artisanat - the body responsible for artisan accreditation in France.
• URSSAF - the organisation that collects social charges from artisans and businesses in France; issues the attestation de vigilance.
• French Reno Diaries - How to be a good client - referenced during the episode and well worth a listen if you're thinking about managing your own renovation project

Mini glossary:

• Maître d'ouvrage - the project owner; legally remains the homeowner even when a project manager is hired.
• Maître d'œuvre - the project manager; contracted to coordinate and oversee works on the owner's behalf.
• Devis - a formal written quote from an artisan, which becomes the contract once signed.
• Décennale - compulsory ten-year structural liability insurance required of all artisans in France.
• Attestation de vigilance - a certificate from URSSAF confirming an artisan is up to date with their social charge declarations.
• ERP (Établissement Recevant du Public) - classification for any building open to the public, triggering specific fire, safety and accessibility regulations.
• Gîte - a self-catering holiday rental. Chambre d'hôtes - a bed and breakfast.

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