Conciliation Authority for Tenancy Disputes: Who Qualifies and What You Get
Learn about the mandatory mediation process for landlords and tenants in Switzerland to resolve rental conflicts without going straight to court.
This scheme provides a way for landlords and tenants to resolve disagreements through a mediation process before any legal action is taken in court.
Who it's for
This is for landlords and tenants who are currently in a conflict regarding their rental agreement.
What you get
You get access to a mandatory mediation process. This serves as a required step to try and reach an agreement between both parties before the dispute can be escalated to a formal court case.
What it costs you
The process is free of charge for the parties involved.
The catch to know
It is easy to overlook the fact that this mediation is a mandatory first step. You cannot skip this process and go directly to court; the mediation must be attempted first.
How to apply
- Identify the specific dispute between the landlord and the tenant.
- Contact the relevant authority to initiate the mediation process.
- Attend the scheduled sessions to attempt to reach a resolution.