Apply for private furniture in public traffic areas

The installation of private furniture in Stuttgart is permitted if

• the furniture is placed directly against the building wall
• stable, weather-resistant, in particular wind-resistant furniture is used
• fire protection zones and escape routes are not affected
• entrances and exits, house and store entrances and loading zones are kept clear
• the furniture is not set up on shared footpaths and cycle paths VZ 240, on separate footpaths and cycle paths VZ 241-30 or on footpaths with additional sign VZ 1022-10 cyclist free

and additionally
for benches:

• a residual width of at least 2.0 m remains on footpaths
• a maximum of one bench per building is placed directly on the building wall, which serves the neighborhood for recreation and exchange
• a distance of 1.0 m remains from private driveways
• the dimensions of 0.6 m (depth) and 2.0 m (length) are not exceeded
• a minimum distance of 0.5 m from neighboring properties is maintained

for plant tubs or troughs:

• a residual width of at least 1.6 m remains on footpaths
• the dimensions of 0.6 m (depth) and 1.0 m (length) are not exceeded
• the height is at least 0.6 m
• there is no mere accumulation of several planters
• a maximum of one planter is placed to the right and left of the entrance door.

Once the complete documentation has been submitted, the desired location is examined and a formal procedure is carried out, during which various public bodies are consulted and asked to comment. If the requirements are met and no negative comments are submitted, you will receive an exemption permit. The period of validity is 5 years.

•  Application form PDF-File 111,70 kB
• Photo/graphic of the planned furniture
• Site plan scale 1:500
• Proof of personal/company liability insurance

4-6 weeks

Private furnishing (32-31)

Cost: 76 Euro

Further information: No special usage fee is charged.

 Information on private furniture (e.g. flower pots, planters, benches, etc.) in Stuttgart PDF-File 110,00 kB

 § Section 32 of the Road Traffic Regulations (StVO) (opens in a new tab)
 § Section 46 (1) no. 8 of the Road Traffic Regulations (StVO) (opens in a new tab)
 § Section 13 of the Road Act (StrG) (opens in a new tab)
 § Section 16 of the Road Act (StrG) (opens in a new tab)