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Apply for a historic preservation permit

Permit for structural alterations to or near historic buildings.

Wo wohnen Sie?

Damit wir Apply for a historic preservation permit mit dem zuständigen Denkmalschutzbehörde in Ihrer Stadt anzeigen können.

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Processing: approx. 2 monthsSuccess rate: 70.0 %
Last reviewed: August 04, 2026

Quick answer

  1. 1

    Documents you need

    Construction drawings · Photographic Documentation of the Collection

  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

    Kostenlos bis 150 € je nach Leistung

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How to proceed

  1. 1

    Preliminary meeting with the historic preservation authority

    It is recommended that the planned measure be coordinated at an early stage.

  2. 2

    Submit an application with plans

    Construction drawings, material specifications, and photographic documentation of the existing structure.

  3. 3

    Received approval

    Subject to any requirements regarding materials and workmanship.

Responsible authority

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

The essentials before applying

Who is eligible?

Owners of historic buildings or buildings in their immediate vicinity who are planning construction projects.

Income limit

Processing time

Nationwide: approx. approx. 2 months

Success rate

approx. 70.0 % (estimate)

Most common mistakes

  • Work began before approval was granted
  • No consultation with the lower-level historic preservation authority prior to planning

Common reasons for rejection

  • The measure detracts from the monument's appearance
  • The choice of material does not meet the specifications

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

Wie lange dauert Denkmalschutzrechtliche Genehmigung beantragen?

In der Regel ca. 45 Werktage – je nach Behörde und Auslastung.

Freshness & source

Maintenance
Continuously reviewed & updated
Source
BMWSB
Data quality
100 %

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