Reymond Huissier

10 Reasons to Request a Bailiff’s Report for Construction Work

      1. A bailiff’s report (constat d’huissier de justice) can be extremely useful to prevent or resolve potential neighborhood disputes.
      2. It can reassure, deter, and prevent disputes between neighboring property owners.
      3. It precisely documents any existing defects or damage.
      4. It can prevent unnecessary repair work and misunderstandings.
      5. It can help establish the cause of damage.
      6. It also allows for construction monitoring, including start and end dates, progress updates, weather conditions, and worksite circumstances.
      7. It protects the interests of all parties involved — contractors, property owners, public entities, tenants, investors, etc.
      8. It serves as evidence and strengthens a contentious case during legal proceedings.
      9. It can ensure that the work complies with plans, specifications, standards, and deadlines.
      10. It can also be used in insurance claims or with governmental authorities.

     

    Project Handover:

    Below is an article related to worksite handover procedures.
    A judicial bailiff can assist you in drafting a neutral, documented, and formal handover report (procès-verbal de réception).

    https://hausinfo.ch/fr/droit/construire-lois/responsabilite-reception-travaux/etat-lieux-ouvrage.html