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Display the burning of fireworks

  • Service description

    You must notify us before you are allowed to set off pyrotechnic fireworks. You can make use of this service if the intended pyrotechnic articles are of category F2, F3, F4, P1, P2, T1 or T2. In the vicinity of buildings or installations that are particularly sensitive to fire, fireworks may only be set off at a sufficient distance and taking into account the direction of the wind. The burning of pyrotechnic objects in the immediate vicinity of churches, hospitals, kindergartens and old people's homes, as well as half-timbered houses, is prohibited. It should be noted that a display can only be made under certain conditions.

  • Procedure

    To make a complaint, you must state the facts of the case in writing. You do not need a form for this.

    • Please enclose all necessary documents.
    • This also includes a detailed description of the project and the location.
    • The documents you submit will be checked for completeness and conclusiveness.
    • Documents will be requested if necessary.
    • There is no re-registration after a successful examination.
  • Prerequisites

    You must have a certificate of competence and/or a permit from an authority in order to be allowed to display pyrotechnic articles.

  • What documents are required?

    Proof of the certificate of competence and/or proof of the permit

  • What fees apply?

    There are no costs.

  • What deadlines do I have to observe?

    The following notification deadlines apply:

    The notification period of 2 weeks prior to burning applies to pyrotechnic articles of the

    • Category F2 in the period from 02.01. to 30.12.
    • Categories F3, F4, P1, P2, T1 and T2 all year round

    Notification period of 4 weeks before setting off pyrotechnic articles in the immediate vicinity of railroad installations, airports or federal waterways that are shipping lanes.

  • Processing time

    Varies depending on the competent authority; usually up to 14 days.

  • Legal basis

    First Ordinance to the Explosives Act (1st SprengV) - Section 23 (3)

    https://www.gesetze-im-internet.de/sprengv_1/__23.html

  • Legal remedy

    None

  • Applications / Forms

    • Forms available: No
    • Written form required: Yes
    • Informal application possible: Yes
    • Personal appearance required: No

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