Obtain approval for a change of use
A building permit for changing the use of a building or part of a building, such as from residential to commercial space or vice versa.
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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
Apply directly online
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Costs
Kostenlos bis 150 € je nach Leistung
How to proceed
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Submit an application for a change of use to the building department
Including a description of the current and planned use.
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Review of building planning and building code requirements
For example, parking spaces, fire safety, noise control.
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Granting of the permit
Only then may the new use begin.
Responsible authority
The authority of your main place of residence is responsible.Find authority →
The essentials before applying
Who is eligible?
Owners or tenants who wish to permanently change the use of a space.
Income limit
Processing time
Nationwide: approx. approx. 2 months
Success rate
approx. 70.0 % (estimate)
Most common mistakes
- •Change of use commenced without a permit
- •Fire safety requirements for the new use have not been taken into account
Common reasons for rejection
- •The new use is inconsistent with the provisions of the zoning plan
- •Proof of parking space for the new use is missing
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 Nutzungsänderung genehmigen lassen?▼
In der Regel ca. 45 Werktage – je nach Behörde und Auslastung.
Freshness & source
- Maintenance
- Continuously reviewed & updated
- Source
- BMWSB
- Data quality
- 100 %