Hamburg's outdoor catering: New approval process for terraces!

Hamburg's outdoor catering: New approval process for terraces!

Altona, Deutschland - in Hamburg, outdoor catering is still a heated topic. The focus on the Mitte and Altona district is currently exciting developments that affect both restaurateurs and guests. A central aspect is the need for restaurateurs to apply for new special permits every year in order to be able to host their guests in public space. This regulation is now questioned by the new district coalition in Mitte, consisting of SPD, Greens and FDP. She plans to introduce several years to save time and work for everyone involved, as reported by the mopo.

Currently, the catering businesses in the middle only have to open their terraces from the beginning of March to the end of October. A clear contradiction to the legal possibilities in Altona, where the outer gastronomy is allowed until the end of the year. Politicians from Altona are now thinking about similar multi -year permits, which could be discussed at the next district assembly on June 26. The differences in approval practice can be found as incomprehensible, especially since the Altonaer was able to enjoy longer privileges after pandemic than other districts.

Requirements for the permits

But what does that mean specifically for the restaurateurs? In order for external gastronomy to be approved, various requirements must be met. The operator must demonstrate personal reliability what is done by checking the certificate of good conduct and a commercial register extract. In addition, further registration and approval obligations must be observed at the [hamburg.de] (https://www.hamburg.de/service/info/11277493/n0/, for example the suitability of the rooms and their location in the public interest. For restaurants, a detailed application must be submitted that requires various documents such as an existing rental agreement and special certificates.

Another important point is the legal classification of the outer gastronomy. According to the legal provisions, which are also explained by Heidemann & Partner, external catering is used as a use subject to approval if tables and chairs are set up on the sidewalk. These regulations are there in order to get any noise emissions and other impairments under control for the neighborhood. Approval for external catering are required regardless of other existing special use permits.

The developments related to the outer gastronomy in Hamburg are closely related to the legal framework and the efforts of the districts to loosen the regulations and at the same time to make the city more alive. It remains to be seen how future official decisions will affect the gastronomic offer outdoors and whether the new regulations actually bring the hoped -for added value for everyone.