Town Hall articles Tag

Marriage: what are the formalities to get married?

1- Choose the place of the wedding The first of the formalities for getting married is to choose the town hall where your civil wedding will take place. A civil marriage can be held in the town hall of the commune where one of the bride and groom has lasting ties, that is: - the commune whe ...

12
Apr
2022

Building a treehouse: what permits are required?

to request administrative authorization? If you plan a construction with a floor area between 5 and 20 m², you must submit a prior declaration to the town hall (according to article R421-9 of the Urban Planning Code). The absence of a response within two months following the submission of this dec ...

22
Aug
2024

The biometric passport: presentation and formalities

port application is submitted, the fingerprints of 8 fingers are collected (except for children under 6 years old). In addition, the equipment at the town hall allows the applicant's photos to be taken on the spot, which guarantees a photo that meets international security standards. To be noted: i ...

20
Jan
2010

The Amiens Christmas Market: the most popular market in Northern France.

rs, are also making a comeback on rue de Noyon. To the delight of children, ten rides have been set up on the forecourt of the House of Culture, the Town Hall Square, rue des Trois-Cailloux, Place René Goblet, and rue de Noyon. Numerous free animations await you in Amiens: PARADES Enchanting sho ...

23
Nov
2015

Paris 2024 Olympics: how to rent your accommodation on Airbnb?

ly be able to have one rental during the Paris 2024 Olympics. Offenders may face a fine of €50,000 in case of inspection. Submit a prior declaration to the town hall. To rent out your accommodation during the Paris 2024 Olympics, you must also submit a prior declaration to the town hall. This pro ...

21
Sep
2023

5 Tips for Budget-Friendly Exercise

does this equipment wear out very little, but rollerblading also has the advantage of being practiced without wearing any particular sports attire. Inquire at the town hall. We don't always think about it, but municipalities of all sizes offer sports activities at reduced prices. Another of the 5 t ...

21
May
2024

Forest Wind: artistic walks in the woods

st, consider downloading the Vent des forêts mobile app. Finally, note that a map presenting the different trails is available for self-service at the town hall of Fresnes-au-Mont. The trails are accessible to all, on foot or by bike. They are open all year round but it is advisable to avoid ...

22
Sep
2021

Cemetery: all the practical information in 7 questions

a precise grave thanks to a search by the name of the deceased. To find a grave in a cemetery, you can also consult the online register, contact the town hall of the burial site or the cemetery janitor. The administrative management of the cemeteries depends in fact on the social service of th ...

16
Feb
2022

Garden shed: how to choose it in 5 questions

strative procedures to be undertaken: - if the area of the shed is less than or equal to 20 m2, you only need to submit a planning application at the town hall - however, if the area is larger than 20 m2, you must apply for a building permit. Furthermore, a tax called "taxe d’aménagement" is due ...

21
May
2007

The village of Gordes: a tourist gem in Vaucluse.

he Gallo-Roman substructures in the Gros hamlet. The village is also overlooked, since the 11th century, by an impressive castle which now houses the Town Hall, the Tourist Office, and the Pol Mara Museum. This imposing building, rebuilt in 1525, has a Renaissance-style facade and features rooms de ...

09
Aug
2007

Aix-en-Provence: 5 Things to Know About This City of Art and History

ves of different styles (Romanesque, Gothic, and Baroque) and a vast richly sculpted Gothic portal. Another architectural gem, the Clock Tower overlooks the Town Hall. This tower is the city's former belfry and houses an astronomical clock (1661) whose four wooden statues can still be seen. It's a ...

20
Aug
2008

The Lavandou: a more than century-old seaside resort.

days, an outdoor and free exhibition will be held on the seafront, allowing visitors to discover old photos of iconic places in the municipality, such as the Town Hall, the Church, the port, the Castle and the Restanques de Saint-Clair. These festivities will offer visitors a great opportunity to ...

29
Mar
2010

The Montmartre Harvest Festival: a friendly gathering

n, composed of over a hundred brotherhoods from France and beyond, will start from the Vineyards of Clos Montmartre and make its way to the 18th district Town Hall. => The ceremony of non-proposals of marriage, which will take place on Place des Abbesses on October 15th at 10:30 am. The mayor of th ...

03
Oct
2011

Tinsel and Trinkets: Mulhouse's Christmas Market

and "collector" products are offered (tablecloths, table runners, napkins, accessories, decorative objects, bredala molds...). On the ground floor of the Town Hall, Place de la Réunion. - the museum shop which offers products from the 11 museums of Alsace, including blown glass Christmas baubles f ...

30
Nov
2015

Christmas in Sanary-sur-Mer: a magical experience

haracters come to life under the amazed gaze of small and large children! This year, you can admire: => The reindeer in the snow, on the square of the Town Hall => The snowman and his friends, Place de la Tour => The penguins prepare Christmas, Quai Esménard => The Christmas elves, Place Cav ...

30
Dec
2020

Environment: not everything is allowed on the beach

ck on the conservation of non-cultivated plant species.' Finally, if you feel like gathering live shellfish to eat them, you should check with the town hall beforehand as the regulations for shore fishing vary from department to department. What are the penalties? On your Seaside holiday, rem ...

19
Aug
2021

Gas and electricity: 5 tips to lower your bill

ng thick curtains to limit cold drafts in your home. Note that you can benefit from aid to improve the insulation of your home by inquiring at your town hall or the National Housing Agency (see link below). 4- Maintain the facilities regularly Another tip to know about lowering your energy bi ...

20
Oct
2021

The Saint Nicolas festivities in Nancy: a magical event

n open-air art gallery. Every evening, visitors will be able to rediscover the legend of Saint Nicolas thanks to a video mapping on the façade of the Town Hall. A moment full of colors and music to share with the family, at 6:15 pm, 7:15 pm (and 8:15 pm on Fridays, Saturdays and during the holid ...

24
Nov
2021

Kaunas in Lithuania: 5 things to do there

s a rich baroque style interior decoration dating back to 1771. Vilniaus Street also provides access to the main square of the city, where the old town hall and the old market are located. From there you can see Kaunas Castle, built at the confluence of two rivers, the Niemen and the Neris. ...

19
Jan
2022

In Conches-en-Ouche, the Museum of Glass dazzles visitors

tained glass windows made of glass paste set with cement. The centerpiece of the collections is a stained glass window designed in 1962 that once adorned the Town Hall. It is planned that two to three temporary exhibitions per year will come into dialogue with the permanent collections of the Fra ...

22
Aug
2022