Law Inquiries
Services currently available only in Germany
FLÄCHENNUTZUNGSPLAN
The Flächennutzungsplan is an official document that informs you which land use plan is legally binding for specific parcels of land. It also includes a copy of the corresponding plans.
What's included
- Copy of the official land use plan relevant to the specified land parcels.
Special terms & delivery time
- Typically delivered within 1 to 4 weeks, with potential delays due to archiving tasks.
- Administration fees may range between 0 and 50 euros per property, depending on the condition (physical or digital) of the documents.
BEBAUUNGSPLAN
The Bebauungsplan provides information on which development plan applies to the land parcels. It includes copies of the plans, associated text sections, ordinances, and justifications (in PDF format). Additionally, it inquires whether the property falls under §34 or §35 of the BauGB (Building Code) or if a resolution exists to initiate a development plan procedure.
What's included
- Copies of development plans, ordinances, text sections, and justifications.
- Inquiry regarding §34 or §35 BauGB classification and existence of a development plan resolution.
Special terms & delivery time
- Typically delivered within 1 to 4 weeks, with potential delays due to archiving tasks.
- Administration fees may range between 0 and 50 euros per property, depending on the condition (physical or digital) of the documents.
STÄDTEBAULICHER VERTRAG
The Städtebaulicher Vertrag is a contract that records the mutual agreements between the municipality and private parties, addressing both parties' interests in urban development. This service provides a copy of the contract, though it is often only available to the original contract holder.
What's included
- Copy of the Städtebaulicher Vertrag (urban development contract), subject to access restrictions based on the contract holder.
Special terms & delivery time
- Typically delivered within 1 to 4 weeks, with potential delays due to archiving tasks.
- Administration fees may range between 0 and 50 euros per property, depending on the condition (physical or digital) of the documents.
SATZUNGS- UND GEBIETSAUSKÜNFTE
The Satzungs- und Gebietsauskünfte service queries various zoning and regulation areas that may apply to the property, including areas affected by reallocation, simplified reallocation, development restrictions, preparatory studies for urban renewal, and more.
What's included
Information on whether the land is located in any of the following areas:
- Reallocation areas
- Simplified reallocation (§80 BauGB)
- Development restrictions (§14 BauGB)
- Preparatory studies for urban renewal (§141 BauGB)
- Comprehensive/simplified urban renewal procedures
- Urban development measures (§165 BauGB)
- Preservation ordinances (§172 BauGB)
- Design regulations
Special terms & delivery time
- Typically delivered within 2 to 6 weeks.
- Administration fees may range from 0 to 30 euros per parcel, though fees may be higher depending on the specific request.
AUSKUNFT FLURBEREINIGUNGS- UND STADTUMBAUGEBIET
The Flurbereinigungs- und Stadtumbaugebiet report provides details on whether the land is located in an area undergoing land consolidation (Flurbereinigung) or urban redevelopment (Stadtumbau). Urban redevelopment typically addresses regions affected by population decline and structural change.
What's included
- Information on whether the land is in a land consolidation or urban redevelopment area.
Special terms & delivery time
- Typically delivered within 2 to 6 weeks.
- Administration fees may range from 0 to 30 euros per parcel, though fees may be higher depending on the specific request.
STÄDTISCHES VORKAUFSRECHT
The Städtisches Vorkaufsrecht report provides information on whether the municipality holds a pre-emption right over the property, allowing the city to purchase undeveloped land within a designated zoning area.
What's included
- Information on pre-emption rights based on the local zoning plan and §25 BauGB.
Special terms & delivery time
- Typically delivered within 2 to 6 weeks.
- Administration fees may range from 0 to 30 euros per parcel, though fees may be higher depending on the specific request.
BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT (BID)
A Business Improvement District (BID) is a defined area where property owners and businesses work together to improve the location's quality through measures financed by a temporary self-imposed levy. These are typically found in large cities.
What's included
- Information on whether the property is located within a Business Improvement District (BID).
Special terms & delivery time
- Typically delivered within 2 to 6 weeks.
- Administration fees may range from 0 to 30 euros per parcel, though fees may be higher depending on the specific request.
AUSKUNFT BAU- UND LÄRMSCHUTZ
The Auskunft Bau- und Lärmschutz report provides information on whether the property is located in a building protection or noise protection area.
What's included
- Information on the building and noise protection status of the property.
Special terms & delivery time
- 7 to 14 days delivery time, though in some cases, delivery may take longer.
- Administration fees may range from 0 to 30 euros per parcel, though fees may be higher depending on the specific request.
AUSKUNFT NATUR-, WASSER- UND LANDSCHAFTSSCHUTZ
The Auskunft Natur-, Wasser- und Landschaftsschutz provides details on whether the land is located within a nature conservation, water conservation, or landscape protection area.
What's included
- Information on the nature, water, and landscape protection status of the property.
Special terms & delivery time
- 7 to 14 days delivery time, though in some cases, delivery may take longer.
- Administration fees may range from 0 to 30 euros per parcel, though fees may be higher depending on the specific request.
AUSKUNFT HOCHWASSERSCHUTZGEBIETE
The Auskunft Hochwasserschutzgebiete report provides information on whether the land is located in a flood protection area.
What's included
- Information on whether the property is located in a flood protection area.
Special terms & delivery time
- 7 to 14 days delivery time, though in some cases, delivery may take longer.
- Administration fees may range from 0 to 30 euros per parcel, though fees may be higher depending on the specific request.
- All fees mentioned are estimates and may vary based on the issuing authority. Additional service fees may apply depending on the details of the request.
