Detailed description
If you want to remove a building, you usually need a demolition permit. You must apply for the demolition permit from the responsible authority. You must have the demolition permit before you start the demolition work.
Apply for demolition permit
You must apply for a permit to remove certain structures.
Information
Important notes
Prerequisites
- They intend to remove a building structure.
- You have a person with building permit authorization at your side. This could be an architect or a civil engineer, for example.
Documents required
The specific documents depend on the individual case. Depending on the type and scope of your application, different documents will be required from you. Your person authorized to submit building plans can inform you accordingly. You will also be informed accordingly when you apply via the online service.
Please note
You may also need permission or approval from another authority (e.g. the monument protection authority).
Deadlines
No
Procedure & Fees
Procedure
- You or your person authorized to submit building plans submit an application for approval to the responsible authority.
- The responsible authority will examine your application and, if necessary, request any necessary documents or information from you.
- You will receive a written approval or rejection notice.
- You will receive a fee notice and pay the fees
Processing time
The processing time depends on the scope of the project applied for and can take 1 to 3 months after the required documents have been submitted in full.
Fees
66,84 EUR - 4500,00 EUR
Legal notes
Legal remedies
Contradiction
Legal basis
§ 59 Hamburg Building Code (HBauO)
§ 61 Hamburg Building Code (HBauO)
§ 62 Hamburg Building Code (HBauO)
Downloads & Links
Forms and downloads
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Last updated: 27.04.2025