Authorisation

Setting up and managing an association does not require authorisation. For certain actions and events, however, the association has to obtain permits from the municipality or the canton. Where public land is used for actions or festivities, where public funding events are organised or where lottery tickets are sold, a permit is required and local regulations must be observed.

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Our basketball club would like to raise awareness about our association with a street campaign in a pedestrian zone. We will set up a basketball hoop and allow people to take shots. We will also be giving away drinks, but not selling anything. Do we require authorisation for this campaign?

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Yes, all events and campaigns held on public land require authorisation, irrespective of whether anything is sold or not. Responsibility here lies with the municipality or city administration. Enquire here in good time(!) how you can obtain authorisation and what requirements the association has to meet (disposal of waste, space requirements, etc.).

Most municipalities have a usage concept for the use of public land. This may also be available online. Demand is often great at well-frequented locations, meaning that the administration also assumes a coordinating function.

Authorisation

Authorisation for a street campaign on public land?

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