Anyone threatened with harm arising from a building, animal, mechanical machinery, or things whose guardianship requires special care may require their guardian or owner take the necessary measures to avert the danger. If such measures are not taken within an appropriate time, they may request the court for authorization to take those measures at the expense of the guardian or owner. In case of urgency, they may take the necessary measures to avert the danger at their expense without obtaining prior authorization from the court. In all cases, the court shall assess whether a state of urgency exists and shall determine the necessary expenses to avert the danger.
Interpretation and application must be checked against the official text and current version.