Construction Law
Convergence Avocats regularly assist Swiss and international clients involved in real estate development projects in Geneva, from planning to completion, ensuring compliance with construction, environmental, and neighborhood regulations.
Our firm assists developers, property owners, contractors, architects, foundations, public entities and private individuals in navigating the legal and regulatory framework governing construction projects.
We ensure that projects comply with applicable construction regulations, environmental rules and neighbourhood rights, while safeguarding our clients’ strategic and financial interests.
We assist clients in the legal structuring and development of construction projects, including:
– Construction projects and property development
– Renovation and transformation projects
– Change of use of buildings or premises
– Legal assessment of project feasibility and regulatory compliance
Our objective is to anticipate legal risks and provide practical solutions that allow projects to move forward efficiently.
Services
Advisory and Project Support
- Construction projects and property development
- Renovation Projects
- Change of Use
Procedures
- Building Permit Procedures
- Compliance with Administrative Regulations
Appeals
- Appeals Against Building Permits
- Appeals Against Building Permit Refusals
LDTR
Law on Demolitions, Transformations and Renovations of Residential Buildings
Environment
- Environmental Aspects Management
- Protection of Water, Forests and Landscapes
Heritage
- Inventory and Classification Procedures
- Assistance with Works on Protected Properties
Neighborhood
- Dispute Resolution
- Easements, Locations and Property Boundaries
- Disputes Related to Works
Legal Actions
- Actions to Cease Nuisance
- Compensation Claims
