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Obtain a permit for wastewater discharge

Water rights permit for the discharge of treated wastewater into a body of water (e.g., facilities without a sewer connection).

Wo wohnen Sie?

Damit wir Obtain a permit for wastewater discharge mit dem zuständigen Untere Wasserbehörde in Ihrer Stadt anzeigen können.

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Processing: approx. 2 monthsSuccess rate: 55.0 %
Last reviewed: August 03, 2026

Quick answer

  1. 1

    Documents you need

    Wastewater Analysis · Personalausweis oder Reisepass

  2. 2

    Responsible authority

    The authority of your main residence

  3. 3

    How to do it

    In person or by post at the office

  4. 4

    Costs

    Je nach Gemeinde und Leistung – beim zuständigen Amt erfragen

Find the responsible authority

How to proceed

  1. 1

    Submit an application to the local water authority

    Including wastewater analysis, a description of the treatment plant, and a site plan.

  2. 2

    Assessment of environmental compatibility

    The agency is assessing the level of pollution and the capacity of the receiving water body.

  3. 3

    Water rights permit with conditions

    Establishment of limit values and monitoring requirements.

Responsible authority

The authority of your main place of residence is responsible.Find authority →

The essentials before applying

Who is eligible?

Businesses and farms that wish to discharge wastewater directly into water bodies.

Income limit

Processing time

Nationwide: approx. approx. 2 months

Success rate

approx. 55.0 % (estimate)

Most common mistakes

  • Wastewater analysis is not up to date
  • Incorrect initial quantity specified

Common reasons for rejection

  • Pollutant limits exceeded
  • Water bodies not suitable for additional pollution

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.

Questions & Answers

Wie lange dauert Abwassereinleitung genehmigen lassen?

In der Regel ca. 60 Werktage – je nach Behörde und Auslastung.

Freshness & source

Maintenance
Continuously reviewed & updated
Source
Bundesportal (verwaltung.bund.de)
Data quality
100 %

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