Work in a condominium " I live in a villa, bought as part of a condominium, that is part of a lot made up of four villas. I'd like to install a lighting system on the path leading to the houses. My immediate neighbours are in agreement, but the other families are not. Can I still install the system? Jeanne, Vaud The...
State subsidies for building " I've heard that when you build a house, you're entitled to a state contribution towards all the work that saves energy. How does that work?" Michel, Vaud At national level, the federal law on subsidies establishes a general framework for...
Right of way " My house is located at the end of a private road encumbered by a right of way for pedestrians and vehicles. The owner of the encumbered plot regularly parks his car on the path, thereby blocking the way. What rights do I have? "M, Geneva Generally speaking, an easement is a...
The risks of subletting "A few years ago, I entered into a lease for commercial premises, which I then sublet under a written agreement. I terminated the main lease with the owner of the building and then also terminated the sublease for the end of July 2016.
The association's formal rules "I've just joined an association active in the social field and I'm wondering about the legal provisions governing this type of structure. Are there any formal rules relating to the agenda, and is it possible to vote on whether or not to continue a discussion at the general meeting,...
Transit authorities charge for access to badges "I wanted to obtain a badge, so I asked my transit authority for the necessary certificate. In reply, I received a payment slip for CHF 10.00, which I was told I had to pay in order to receive such a document. Is this legal? "Philippe, Geneva A...
Pigeons and their mess in tenancy law " I rent a flat under the roof of a building, and my balcony is infested with pigeons, which cause a lot of mess. I have asked the landlord to pay all or part of the cost of installing equipment to keep the birds out. He refused,...
The neighbour's nuts fall on my property " The tree on my neighbour's plot (80cm from mine) shades my whole garden. What's more, when autumn comes, I have to collect the leaves from the tree, not to mention the nuts that fall into my garden and are eaten by my dogs...
Santa's elves sweat at work The end of the year is a time of intense stress in my workplace. Added to this pressure is another worry for me: the colleague who works right next to me (in the 'open space' where we prepare the presents, which, it should be pointed out, are made of...
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