Regulation
Swiss Building Permits: Application Process, Timelines & Cantonal Requirements
The Swiss building permit (Baubewilligung) process is a critical determinant of development timelines, construction costs, and ultimately property value. …
Swiss Energy Efficiency Standards for Buildings: GEAK, MuKEn & Compliance
Switzerland’s building energy efficiency framework has become one of the most consequential regulatory factors in real estate investment. The combination …
Swiss Property Valuation Methods: DCF, Income & Comparative Approaches
Property valuation in Switzerland operates within a framework of professional standards, regulatory requirements, and established methodologies that differ in …
Swiss Tenancy Law: Landlord & Tenant Rights, Rent Control & Dispute Resolution
Swiss tenancy law (Mietrecht) is codified in Articles 253–273c of the Swiss Code of Obligations (OR) and represents one of Europe’s most comprehensive …
Lex Koller: Switzerland's Foreign Real Estate Acquisition Restrictions Explained
Lex Koller is the informal name for Switzerland’s federal law restricting the purchase of real estate by persons domiciled abroad or, in specific …