Ajaccio, the capital of Corsica, has proposed to host a future land affairs center, following a motion approved by the city’s municipal council during a meeting last Thursday. The motion calls on the Minister of Justice to establish the specialized center at the Ajaccio Court of Justice. Stéphane Nesa, the Bâtonnier of the Ajaccio bar association, attended the meeting. The idea of creating the center was first mentioned by Gérald Darmanin during his visit to Corsica in June 2025. The center would handle land-related disputes, including property titles, undemarcated properties, complex inheritances, ownerless properties, and co-ownership with unknown lots. While the general concept is set, the specific tasks, organization, and final location of the center are still to be decided in collaboration between Ajaccio and Bastia. Stéphane Sbraggia, who supports Ajaccio’s bid, points out the extent of land disputes in the region. He notes that 73% of parcels affected by unresolved inheritances would fall under the jurisdiction of the Ajaccio Court of Justice. Additionally, 54% of undemarcated properties in Corsica are located in Southern Corsica, and 51% of untitled communal property in Ajaccio itself is impacted. These issues are seen as major obstacles for individuals and communities, complicating land development, the use of land, handling of deteriorating buildings, risk prevention, and overall regional development. The municipal majority highlights the existing expertise at the Ajaccio Court of Justice, stating that land disputes now make up a significant portion of its civil cases. This has allowed the development of specialized knowledge among judges, lawyers, and professionals working with them. The city claims it can quickly accommodate the center, with available spaces on Boulevard Masseria and Finosello that can house the center, judges, and court staff without requiring major real estate investments. The motion also emphasizes the presence of key institutions in Ajaccio, including the Girtec, the Regional Chamber of Notaries, the Land Office of Corsica, the Corsica Collectivity, the prefecture, and the main regional administrations. This concentration of relevant bodies is considered a major advantage for the center’s effectiveness, which relies on collaboration between the judicial system, legal professions, communities, and organizations involved in land regularization. The mayor stressed that the proposal does not aim to oppose the two jurisdictions in Corsica but to ensure a response that benefits the entire territory and provides effective access to services for all Corsican citizens. When deciding on the center’s location, officials considered the nature of land disputes, existing expertise, the presence of key partners, and the overall balance of the judicial system. Currently, Bastia hosts specialized centers for economic and financial matters, environmental issues, and the fight against organized crime. Establishing the land affairs center in Ajaccio would complement these existing structures, allowing each jurisdiction to focus on different areas of specialization and maintaining an essential balance in the region’s judicial organization. The nationalist opposition supported the motion in principle but expressed regret that it was only brought up during the council meeting. Julia Tiberi, a council member and lawyer, stated she would vote in favor of the motion, recognizing its importance for citizens.