Life in Switzerland

Here is a quote from a recent article in "The Economist" describing life in Geneva (5th of March issue at http://www.economist.com/node/18289282?story_id=18289282):

“Kit, the head of a trading outfit, tells of a visit from a policeman one morning. He was threatened with a fine because his maid had put out the rubbish before 7am. Toilets cannot be flushed, or washing machines used, after 10pm without provoking strife.”

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* Have you had similar experiences? Has anyone knocked on your door after someone in your home has flushed toilets or used the washing machine after 10 pm?

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