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I have a problem with my parking space
If the parking space is linked to the main lease agreement (same contract), it is an accessory (art. 253a CO) and follows the same protection regime. The landlord cannot terminate it separately. If it is a separate contract, the termination periods are 2 weeks (uncovered spaces) or 3 months (garages, art.…
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- CO 266c — Notice Periods
Critical Deadlines
- Contract verification — immediate
- Written notification to the landlord — in the 30 days (CO 253a / CO 266c)
- Response period — 30 days
- Seizing of the joint conciliation authority for lease agreements — 30 days for contesting termination; 5 years for claims (CO 274 / CPC 197)
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