Document background
The Notice To Vacate Apartment Letter is a crucial document in Swiss residential tenancy relationships, required whenever a tenant wishes to terminate their lease agreement. It must be drafted in accordance with Swiss federal law (particularly the Swiss Code of Obligations) and applicable cantonal regulations, which may require the use of official forms in certain cantons. The document serves as formal notification and must include specific details such as the property address, intended vacation date, and forwarding address. The notice period is typically three months for residential properties, ending on a customary termination date, unless the lease agreement specifies otherwise. This document is essential for initiating the formal process of ending a tenancy and protecting both parties' legal rights under Swiss law.
