Obtain a permit for a geothermal heat pump
Water rights permit for the installation of a geothermal heat pump with a ground loop or groundwater well.
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Damit wir Obtain a permit for a geothermal heat pump mit dem zuständigen Untere Wasserbehörde in Ihrer Stadt anzeigen können.
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Quick answer
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Documents you need
Personalausweis oder Reisepass · Formular / Antrag
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Responsible authority
The authority of your main residence
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How to do it
In person or by post at the office
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Costs
Kostenlos bis 150 € je nach Leistung
How to proceed
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Submit an application to the local water authority
Including a site plan, drilling depth, type of refrigerant, and geological report.
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Groundwater Compatibility Assessment
Authorities are reviewing protected areas and drilling permits.
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Permit and Drilling Notice
Once approved: Submit a drilling notification 14 days before drilling begins.
Responsible authority
The authority of your main place of residence is responsible.Find authority →
The essentials before applying
Who is eligible?
Homeowners and businesses looking to install a geothermal heat pump for heating.
Income limit
Processing time
Nationwide: approx. approx. 4 weeks
Success rate
approx. 80.0 % (estimate)
Most common mistakes
- •System installed without a permit
- •Geological expert not consulted
Common reasons for rejection
- •Location within a drinking water protection zone (restrictions)
- •Geological conditions are unsuitable
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 Erdwärmepumpe (Geothermie) genehmigen lassen?▼
In der Regel ca. 28 Werktage – je nach Behörde und Auslastung.
Freshness & source
- Maintenance
- Continuously reviewed & updated
- Source
- BMWSB
- Data quality
- 100 %