Planning approval procedure
Permission must be sought for each new project and renovation project at Zurich Airport. These concessions are governed by Swiss aviation law.
The supervision of airport construction and operation is a federal matter. A range of procedures are implemented at Zurich Airport. An overview and application forms can be found here.
Daylight in the workplace
In the retail business, labour law provisions apply regarding natural lighting and unobstructed views.
The labour inspectorates rely on Ordinance 3 of the Swiss Labour Law and the associated SECO guidelines. Here, sales and catering outlets at Zurich Airport will find checklists and compensatory measures to be defined.
Additional building permits
Additional permits must be applied for from the authorities before construction can begin.
Flughafen Zürich AG offers assistance with discussions involving the authorities, construction site drainage concepts, permits for night-time and Sunday work, etc.