List of building encumbrances

The register of building encumbrances is a list of building encumbrances, i.e. the public-law obligations of a property owner vis-à-vis the building authority to do, refrain from doing or tolerate certain things concerning the property. This makes it possible to extend the construction or use of another property.

The building encumbrances are assumed by written declaration to the building supervisory authority. The signature must be publicly certified or provided by a surveying office or before the building supervisory authority or recognized by it.

Notwithstanding the rights of third parties, building encumbrances become effective upon entry in the register of building encumbrances. Building encumbrances remain in force even if the property is sold, i.e. they also apply to legal successors.

The register of building encumbrances is kept by the building supervisory authority. Anyone who can demonstrate a legitimate interest can inspect the register of building encumbrances and obtain extracts.