Apply for a building permit
Permit for new construction, additions, or major structural alterations issued by the local building authority.
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Quick answer
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Documents you need
Site Map · Construction drawings · Building Specifications
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Responsible authority
The authority of your main residence
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How to do it
Apply directly online
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Costs
Kostenlos bis 150 € je nach Leistung
How to proceed
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Have building plans prepared
The building permit application must be submitted by an architect or engineer authorized to file building permit applications.
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Submit an application to the building department
Including site plan, construction drawings, building specifications, and structural analysis.
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Review and Participation
The building department reviews building plans and building codes, and consults with neighbors and relevant authorities as necessary.
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Obtained a building permit
Once the permit has been issued, construction may begin (please note the notice of commencement of construction).
Responsible authority
The authority of your main place of residence is responsible.Find authority →
The essentials before applying
Who is eligible?
Developers of projects requiring a permit (depending on state building codes and the type of project).
Income limit
Processing time
Nationwide: approx. approx. 3 months
Success rate
approx. 82.0 % (estimate)
Most common mistakes
- •Site plan/property cadastre is not up to date
- •Proof of stability is missing
- •Neighborhood consent was not obtained
Common reasons for rejection
- •The project conflicts with the zoning plan
- •Construction documents are incomplete or cannot be verified
- •Social distancing guidelines not followed
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.
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Questions & Answers
How long does it take to get a building permit?▼
Statutory deadlines range from 1 to 3 months depending on the state; in practice, 2 to 6 months is a more realistic timeframe.
Freshness & source
- Maintenance
- Continuously reviewed & updated
- Source
- BMWSB
- Data quality
- 100 %
Read more
- Abweichungen, Ausnahmen und Befreiung von baurechtlichen Vorschriften beantragen Landkreis Vorpommern-Greifswald
Form
- Neuen Antrag erstellen Hansestadt Wismar
Form
- Authorities
- Preliminary Building Permit Application
Preliminary determination of approval eligibility without complete construction documents
- Apply for a building permit – overview