Document background
The Vacate Premises Notice is a crucial document in Swiss property management, used when a landlord or property owner needs to formally terminate a lease agreement and require tenants to vacate the property. This notice must strictly comply with Swiss federal law (particularly the Code of Obligations) and cantonal regulations, which are known for their strong tenant protections. The document is used in both residential and commercial contexts, though with different notice periods and requirements for each. It must include specific legally required information such as property details, precise termination dates, and formal justification if the termination is extraordinary. In Switzerland, such notices often need to be served using official cantonal forms and must respect legally mandated notice periods. The document serves as a legally binding notification and may be subject to challenge by tenants under Swiss tenant protection laws.
