1. Introduction to German Construction Law German construction law (Baurecht) is a complex field that governs all legal aspects of building and construction projects. It is divided into public construction law (öffentliches Baurecht) and private construction law (privates Baurecht). 2. Public Construction Law (Öffentliches Baurecht) Public construction law ensures that Read more…
A construction defect exists if the quality of the construction deviates from the agreed quality or the work is not suitable for the use agreed under the contract. Is this your case, it is always important to consult a lawyer so that all your rights under construction law may be Read more…
It is common knowledge that you need a building permit if you want to build a home or a bigger building. However, a permit shall be required in Germany for many different kinds of constructions. A permit may also be required if a conversion, extension or expansion is planned. Mere Read more…
It’s been a couple of weeks now, since the war in Ukraine has started and we all can agree, that we at least once feared for the worst. What’s happening? Is this war menacing Europe? Are we in serious danger? How can we help Ukraine? Can we feel safe in Read more…
Let´s say you need your kitchen sinkt to be repaired, or the toilet, the tiles have broken and you need to replace them… who do you call? Of course, a craftsman. We will all agree on that: this is not an easy job and yes, things can go wrong. Who Read more…
Compensation for damages and construction law: not an easy one Düsseldorf Higher Regional Court; Order from 17.05.2021 23 U 81/20 In 2006, the plaintiff commissioned the defendant to renovate the roof of a winter garden attached to its house, which had been damaged by a storm. However, it could not Read more…
Private construction law regulates civil law, property and neighbouring rights and works contracts for preparation and execution of a construction project – such as architectural contracts, construction contracts etc.-. Private construction law concerns the legal relations between the non-public authorities involved in the construction. Contracts between customers (builder, general contractor, Read more…