Building law revolution: from 2026 only one document will be required!

Building law revolution: from 2026 only one document will be required!

From January 1, 2026, there will be a significant change in the construction administration of the Regensburg district, which will bring relief for all builders. Previously, three copies were required when submitting construction law procedures in paper form. However, according to the new regulations, only one copy is required, as hemau.de reports.

This innovation is intended to reduce the administrative effort for builders and at the same time make construction management processes more efficient. The move to a single copy means applicants will have to invest less time in preparing their documents.

Building applications and building regulations

However, the approval requirement for construction projects remains unchanged. Projects requiring approval, such as new buildings, conversions or changes of use, continue to require a building permit in accordance with the Bavarian Building Code (BayBO). It is important that the documents collected are complete, as incomplete applications can lead to delays. A large number of required documents, including the building description and the official site plan, are necessary to ensure rapid processing of the application, as landkreis-regensburg.de explains.

In addition, there are numerous exceptions to the approval requirement in the building regulations, which are regulated in Articles 56 to 58 as well as 72 and 73 of the BayBO. These regulations provide important guidance for builders and support them in complying with building regulations.

Digital processes in focus

Another important aspect of current developments in construction administration is the possibility of submitting digital building applications. The majority of building supervisory authorities now offer these options, supported by the digital building application regulation (DBauV), which defines the framework conditions for this. This not only represents progress in efficiency, but also a modernization of official processes, according to the bauministerium.bayern.de.

In addition, local building regulations, such as local planning regulations, must of course also be observed. These additional regulations often have a significant impact on the approval of construction projects and are therefore important for every builder.

In conclusion, it should be noted that the upcoming changes to the building application process from 2026 and the progressive digitalization of construction administration represent a positive step in the right direction. Building owners can look forward to a simplified and more effective procedure, while at the same time having to keep an eye on the existing building regulations.