Planning Permission in Verbier
Not all construction projects in Verbier or the canton of Valais require planning permission.
To understand what is permitted, you can consult the official website of the local Commune, or read a simplified summary below.
L’article 17 de l’ordonnance sur les constructions outlines the types of construction work that do not require formal planning permission...
These include:
- Routine maintenance work on buildings and installations.
- Interior modifications (with exceptions – see Article 18, paragraph 2, letter b).
- In designated building zones, and in accordance with local or municipal regulations: Small, open-sided garden structures (e.g., pergolas, garden fireplaces, sandboxes, small pools)
- Bicycle sheds, tool storage boxes, and small animal shelters
- Landscaping elements in private gardens (paths, fountains, ponds, sculptures)
- Enclosing, retaining, or revetment walls under 1.5 meters (or the legally specified height).
- Small, open-sided garden structures (e.g., pergolas, garden fireplaces, sandboxes, small pools).
- Temporary movable structures such as marquees, circus tents, grandstands, and material storage—for a maximum period of 3 months.
- Small equipment and containers (e.g., compost bins) with a volume under 3 cubic metres
For a complete and accurate understanding, always refer to your local Commune’s regulations or consult with a local expert.
If you’re planning construction work in Verbier, Verbier & Partners can help you find reliable contacts—from architects to contractors or, lawyers to guide you through the local laws, permissions etc...
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