Document background
The Open Space Agreement is a essential legal instrument in Swiss property management and urban development. It is primarily used when multiple parties need to establish clear rights, responsibilities, and regulations regarding shared or public spaces in Switzerland. The document becomes necessary in situations involving property development, public access areas, or shared community spaces, where detailed guidelines for usage, maintenance, and liability need to be established. The agreement must comply with Swiss federal law, including the Swiss Civil Code (ZGB) and the Federal Act on Spatial Planning (RPG), as well as specific cantonal and municipal regulations. It typically includes provisions for environmental protection, public access rights, maintenance responsibilities, and cost allocation, making it a crucial document for property owners, developers, and public authorities in Switzerland.
