Obtain approval for the division of a property in Altenkirchen (Westerwald) is handled by Katasteramt Altenkirchen (Westerwald) (zuständig für Altenkirchen (Westerwald)); in the region it currently takes about approx. 2 months.
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Documents you need
Identification card or passport · Form / Application
Costs
Kostenlos bis 150 € je nach Leistung
approx. 2 months in Altenkirchen (Westerwald)
In Altenkirchen (Westerwald) we expect around approx. 2 months processing time – based on reports from the region, not on official figures.
Official: max. approx. 3 months
Obtain a subdivision permit from the building department
If required by state law, review of compliance with building codes.
Request a survey
By the Land Registry or a publicly licensed surveyor.
Continuation in the Real Estate Cadastre
New parcels of land are recorded in the cadastral register and the land registry.
Who is eligible?
Property owners who wish to reduce the size of, subdivide, or consolidate a parcel of land.
Income limit
Success rate
approx. 85.0 % (estimate)
File a written objection within 30 days – with reasons why the decision is wrong and any missing evidence.
Free up to €150, depending on the service.
Typically about 60 business days—depending on the agency and its workload.
Responsible authority
Regional specifics
Clarifying existing boundaries without division