Both chambers of the Swiss parliament have approved an increase in a fund to build non-profit housing projects. +Get the most important news from Switzerland in your inbox The Senate voted to increase the so-called Fonds de Roulement by CHF150 million between 2030 to 2034. The fund grants loans for new buildings, renovations and the purchase of properties. + The impossibility of buying a house in Switzerland The Senate also wants to continue the guarantee instrument for housing promotion. The Confederation will improve financing conditions by guaranteeing bonds issued by the issuing centre for non-profit housing developers. As requested by the government, the Senate approved a commitment credit of CHF1.92 billion for 2027 to 2033 for this purpose. + Housing shortages: what works and what doesn’t The House of Representatives had already voted in favour of increasing the funds. Adapted from German by AI/mga How we work We select the most relevant news for an international audience …