Request use of the road surface during construction
There may not be enough space on the building plot. In this case, you may need to temporarily use a public transport area. Examples include
- setting up a building site,
- the storage of building materials or
- the erection of scaffolding.
As the Road Traffic Regulations prohibit the use of obstacles on the road, you will require a special permit for these cases. The responsible authorities can authorise such exceptions in individual cases.
There are works that affect road traffic. You must obtain certain instructions from the competent authority before starting such work. These orders can also be obtained by the company you have commissioned to carry out the construction work.
For example:
- In what way must the public area be cordoned off and signposted?
- Does traffic have to be restricted, diverted or specially regulated - even if the road is partially closed - and how is this to be done?
- Do closed roads and diversions have to be signposted and if so, how should this be done?
Follow the instructions of the authorities. If necessary, construction lights, flashing lights or similar must be installed. The authorities may require the installation of traffic lights.
Responsible authority
the road traffic authority
The road traffic authority is, depending on the location of the property, the city administration or the district office.
Contact
Details
Prerequisite
You require a special authorisation for the cases mentioned.
Procedure
Submit the application to use the public transport area at least two weeks before the start of the planned measure. You can do this in writing or in person at the responsible authority.
Deadlines
The application must be submitted to the competent authority at least two weeks before the start of the work.
Required documents
none
Costs
Fees of varying amounts may be incurred.
Miscellaneous
none
Legal basis
Straßenverkehrs-Ordnung (StVO)
- § 46 Ausnahmegenehmigungen, Erlaubnisse und Bewohnerparkausweise
- § 45 Verkehrszeichen und Verkehrseinrichtungen
Allgemeine Verwaltungsvorschrift zur Straßenverkehrs-Ordnung (VwV-StVO)
Release note
machine generated, based on the German release by: Verkehrsministerium Baden-Württemberg, 23.07.2025