When faced with repair in rented properties, the first thing to clarify is who pays, to avoid undertaking work that won’t be not reimbursed. Lawrence will enlighten you on this subject. Minor maintenance work These repairs will generally be at the tenant’s expense, as they are part of the “usual” maintenance of the rented…
Category: Tenancy Law
Tenancy law: I need to renovate an apartment I rent. Do I have to compensate the tenants?
The landlord has various duties towards the tenant. In particular, he must ensure a maximum absence of nuisances. Renovations can violate this, special measures will have to be applied. Before compensation is paid, we advise you first of all to take preventive measures. The landlord must do everything possible to minimize the nuisances associated with…
Tenancy law: I’ve been renting the same apartment for five years. Can I ask my landlord to have the walls repainted?
Do tenants have a right to renovation? We will explain in this article. Contrary to what many people think, there is no right to renovation. Just because you have been renting the same apartment for a certain number of years does not mean that you can demand a renovation, such as a new paint job…
Tenancy law: My dishwasher has been broken for several months and the management does nothing. What can I do?
The tenant can demand the repair of a defect in the leased property by the lessor, if it appears during the rental period. The defect must be legally recognised. Minor maintenance is at the expense of the lessee, who cannot therefore demand financing from the landlord. If the tenant is responsible for the damage, he…
Lease law: My building has been undergoing renovation work for six months. They are making a terrible noise. What can I do?
Are you suffering from the nuisance caused by the renovation of your building? What can you do as a tenant? We will explain it to you. You should know that the landlord has various duties towards his tenants. In particular, he must make sure that he does not cause them too much nuisance. In the…
Tenancy law: I wish to terminate my lease contract. What are the steps to take?
The steps to terminate your lease of indefinite duration depend on the tenant’s deadline: the termination can be within the deadline, or an early termination. Termination within the deadlines: If you terminate your lease within the time limits agreed in the contract, then all you have to do is send a termination letter to the…
Tenancy law: The neighbours of the tenants of my apartment complain. Can I kick them out?
Do you want to evict tenants who are too noisy? Here’s how to do it! According to Article 257f of the Swiss Code of Obligations, a landlord can terminate the contract of his tenants for reasons of noise pollution. The tenant has a duty of care and respect towards his neighbours. If this duty is…
Tenancy law: How far in advance should I send my termination letter?
Do you wish to terminate your lease? Cancellation should be made by a written letter, preferably registered. We show you the deadlines that apply. Fixed-term lease contract : This will automatically end on the date agreed in the contract. A termination letter will not be necessary. If the contract provides for early termination, the registered…
Tenancy law: The tenant of my apartment does not pay his rent. How do I do it?
Are you dealing with a dishonest tenant? Here are the steps you must take as a landlord! The tenant is violating one of his legal obligations, which is to pay the rent. You can therefore start legal proceedings against him/her. You have two options: prosecution and immediate termination. It is quite possible to do both….
Lease Law: My apartment has a defect that was not known to me when I signed the lease. Can I consign my rent?
You are happy: you have signed your lease agreement and are finally moving into your new home. But suddenly… Oh no! You discover a defect, of which the landlord has not informed you. What do you do now? Can you ask him to solve the problem? Unknown defects are a frequent problem in tenancy law….