Planter in front of a shop

If you want to set up planters in front of your shop, you do not need a special use permit under certain conditions. You can find all the information here.

Description

Anyone wishing to place planters in front of their shop does not require a special use permit under the following conditions:

  • The planters are placed directly in front of the building facade of the shop
  • A width of at least 1.60 metres remains free on the pavement, in individual cases significantly more (depending on the volume of pedestrians) and the planters do not obstruct the view.
  • The diameter or edge length of the planter must not exceed 0.6 metres.
  • The planters are easy to transport.
  • The plants are real (not artificial) and in a well-kept condition.
  • The townscape is not impaired. In the case of listed or ensemble-protected buildings, the Lower Monument Protection Authority must give its consent.

If certain requirements are not met as described above, we will check on a case-by-case basis whether authorisation is still possible.

Separate regulations apply to plants and greenery in open-air bar areas. The district inspectorate will inform you in individual cases if you have any questions.

Required documents

  • Fully completed application form
  • Plan or photo of the planned planters
  • Business registration (copy)

Duration & Costs

Fees

from 30 Euro (administration fee)

Payment methods available

Legal basis

Road Traffic Regulations
Bavarian Road and Highway Act
Federal Trunk Roads Act
Special utilisation guidelines
Special utilisation fee statutes

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