
Three exceptions to planning security for Bremgarten
Seven years of work, two appeals, a decision by the cantonal government and now Bremgarten's new land use plan has been almost fully in force since February 2, 2026. Almost, because the cantonal government sent three points back to the town. The municipal assembly will decide again in

80 centimeters slow down 63 million project
In September 2025, almost 60 percent of school citizens voted in favor of the new Lärche school center in Arbon. Now a single objector is threatening to torpedo the timetable. The attic storey is 80 centimetres too high. The dispute over centimeters could cost

What was considered a bargain becomes a billion-euro project
Zurich wants to save its historic arsenals on the barracks site. But the price tag has risen dramatically. What was once estimated at 55 million francs now costs almost four times as much. The city council has presented a new utilization concept and is focusing on culture, commerce and a social



The turnaround is real USZ turns positive
A huge excavation pit is gaping in the heart of Zurich. The new hospital campus will cost almost a billion. A further 1.3 billion will follow over the next 25 years. Who is paying for it? The hospital itself. This is precisely why the current figures are so crucial and so

Rental prices rise only modestly in January
The Homegate rental index for advertised rents measures a 0.2 per cent increase in rents across Switzerland for January. Half of the cantons reported a negative rental trend for January. Rents also remained stable or fell in cities. Only Zurich saw prices rise in

Historic thermal baths get a green future
The Bad zum Raben cooperative has obtained planning permission for the renovation of the historic Bad zum Raben baths. Around CHF 3.5 million in funding is currently being sought for the extensive renovation of the baths, with construction scheduled to begin at the end of

Location promotion is being strategically realigned
The Lucerne Cantonal Council has approved a package of measures worth CHF 300 million per year to promote the canton as a business location. The aim is to prevent high-income taxpayers from moving away due to the OECD minimum tax. In addition, opening hours for shops at charging stations have been

Political decision strengthens international location marketing
The Grand Council has approved the canton of Aargau's re-entry into the Greater Zurich Area at the beginning of 2027. It is providing the location marketer with CHF 5.5 million for the first four years. It also wants to promote economic development in areas with potential with CHF 4.5

Green living in Basel Dreispitz Nord
Dreispitz Nord is emerging as a new, vibrant district just three tram stops away from Basel's SBB railway station. With around 800 apartments, two public parks, an innovative secondary school on the roof of the MParc and a wide range of uses, the project is shaping the future development of the

From freight station to urban district
Wolf Basel stands for the intelligent repurposing of a historic logistics site. In the heart of Basel, a model neighborhood is being built on over 160,000 square meters. Here, living, working, leisure, and innovative logistics come together to create an urban living space for future

Densification of housing stock is unpopular with the population
According to a survey by Comparis, almost two-thirds of people in Switzerland feel the housing shortage. Experts believe that taller buildings in cities could provide a solution. However, women in particular reject this idea. Overall, 68 per cent are against increasing the density of the housing


Canton of Nidwalden triples funding for energy-efficient building renovation
The canton of Nidwalden is significantly expanding its support for energy measures. The 2026 energy promotion programme provides for three times as much funding as in the previous year. With federal funds, the budget rises to a record high of 6.3 million Swiss


Air transport between growth and climate costs
Civil aviation in Switzerland generated direct added value of CHF 9.8 billion in 2024. Total added value amounts to CHF 24.8 billion. Zurich is the most accessible region in Europe. This is according to a report by INFRAS commissioned by the Federal Office of Civil

Prices for detached houses and condominiums continue to rise
The Raiffeisen Transaction Price Index reports continued strong price momentum for single-family homes and condominiums. Prices for single-family homes rose by 0.2 per cent compared to the previous quarter, while condominiums cost 1.2 per cent more.

New sales concept focuses on experience and encounters
Rohner AG is expanding its sales area at the company headquarters in Balgach by September 2026. The aim is not only to present the company's own socks, but also to create emotions, experiences and exchanges. The shop-in-shop concept includes other

Realignment of a former weapons range takes shape
The canton of Vaud can begin planning for the future police academy on the Moudon weapons range, as the canton and the federal government have signed a letter of intent to cede the site. The possibility of turning the site into an interdisciplinary training center is now also being


Swiss economy between a damper and confidence
The KOF Business Situation Indicator from ETH Zurich shows a mixed picture in December 2025. While the current situation in the Swiss private sector has declined slightly, expectations for the coming six months are rising for the fourth time in a row. The prospect of mild growth in the new year

New heating network combines climate protection and regional value creation
The Maisprach heating network and energy supplier IWB want to supply district heating from regionally renewable raw materials. A corresponding heating system was put into operation at the beginning of December. IWB invested CHF 3.5 million in the

Generational change strengthens the direction of an established electrical supplier
Elektro Meier AG has renewed its management team and at the same time changed its name to Eglin Elektro AG Würenlingen. Since 1 December, Marc Wey has been managing the company, which has now been fully integrated into the Eglin

Timber construction sets new standard for cantonal buildings
The design and architecture magazine "Hochparterre" has awarded architect Markus Schietsch a Silver Bunny for the new building of the Aargau Office for Consumer Protection (AVS) in Unterentfelden. The consistent implementation of sustainable construction was particularly


Expansion of Basel SBB West station
With the major Basel SBB West project, the federal government, the canton of Basel-Stadt and SBB are creating the infrastructural conditions for the station of the future. The extension, which is due to be completed from 2034, will link rail, streetcar, bus and bicycle in a new way and give the


