Occupying public space for a house moving

Titre (affichage FO)

Déménagement - occupation espace public

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A house moving may require the installation of several elements in public areas:

• heavy vehicles, lifting devices;
• depositing of equipment;
• signage for user safety.

Authorisation request

Depending on the type of occupation, a house moving requires an authorisation for increased use of public space issued by the City of Geneva. The authorisation request must be filed at least 10 working days before the beginning of the operation:

• Requesting authorisation for use of public space when moving house

Signage directives must be requested from the Canton or the Planning, Civil Engineering and Mobility Service.

Prices

Occupation of public space is subject to a fee determined according to the duration of the occupation. The amount is stipulated in article 5A of the regulation determining the price of occupation in or under public areas. (L1.10.15)

No fee will be charged for the service provided; the tax for use of the public domain remains payable.

Legal provisions

Chapter III of the regulation concerning use of public space contains the legal provisions concerning occupation in or under public areas. (L 1.10.12)