Have your road improvement fee notice reviewed
Review and, if necessary, appeal of a decision regarding road improvement contributions, which require adjacent properties to share in the costs of public road improvements.
How to proceed
- 1
Review the notice and bylaws
Understand how distribution and area factors are calculated.
- 2
File an appeal (in case of errors)
In writing to the building department or the municipality within one month.
- 3
Request a payment deferral or installment plan
Possible in cases of financial hardship, depending on local regulations.
Responsible authority
The authority of your main place of residence is responsible.Find authority →
Fees
Varies by case
Processing time
approx. 1 months
Official: max. approx. 1 months
Online application
In person or by post
Common mistakes
- • One-month deadline for filing an objection has been missed
- • The possibility of a payment deferral or installment plan has not been reviewed
Common reasons for rejection
- • Contribution rules and distribution applied correctly
You can usually file an objection against a rejection.
The essentials before applying
Who is eligible?
Property owners who have received a notice of assessment for the improvement of an adjacent street.
Income limit
The limit varies by household and region – see the table at the responsible authority or in the application assistant.
Processing time
Nationwide: approx. approx. 1 months
Success rate
approx. 40.0 % (estimate)
Most common mistakes
- •One-month deadline for filing an objection has been missed
- •The possibility of a payment deferral or installment plan has not been reviewed
Common reasons for rejection
- •Contribution rules and distribution applied correctly
Alternatives
- Check related services in the application assistant
- Use social counselling before applying
If rejected
File a written objection within 30 days – with reasons why the decision is wrong and any missing evidence.