Preliminary assessment of a project’s compliance with building codes prior to submitting the actual building application.
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Documents you need
Identification card or passport · Form / Application
Responsible authority
The authority of your main residence
How to do it
In person or by post at the office
Costs
Kostenlos bis 150 € je nach Leistung
Submit a preliminary building permit application to the building department
Including a site plan, a description of the project, and specific questions.
Review by the Building Department
The building department reviews only the questions raised, not the overall project.
Received a preliminary decision
A positive preliminary decision is binding on the building authority for 3 years.
The authority of your main place of residence is responsible.Find authority →
Who is eligible?
Homeowners who want to determine whether their project is generally eligible for approval before submitting a costly building permit application.
Income limit
Processing time
Nationwide: approx. approx. 4 weeks
Success rate
approx. 75.0 % (estimate)
File a written objection within 30 days – with reasons why the decision is wrong and any missing evidence.
The preliminary decision clarifies only certain aspects of admissibility, but does not grant the right to begin construction. A full building permit is required for that.