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Legal insights
Do tenants have a general right to sublease?
Yes. Subleasing is allowed, in general.
Are there any restrictions on subleasing for 1-12 months?
Yes, there are restrictions.
What kind of restrictions?
Subleasing is not possible without the landlord's consent unless the landlord's permission has already been explicitly given in the tenancy agreement.
Can a tenant extend the lease against the will of the landlord by using a legal instrument?
No, they cannot.
Can an extension be excluded by contract?
No, extensions can not be excluded by contract.
If not, why not?
The tenant can only extend the lease if it contains an option to extend.
Is liability insurance required by law?
No, liability insurance is not required by law.
Is liability insurance normally required by landlords for short-term leases?
No, landlords normally do not require liability insurance.
Do I need a permit to operate a retail shop?
No, a permit is not required to operate a retail trading business. There may be permits required for construction and other work, though.
If yes, where can I get one, and what do I need to consider?
In general, no special permits are required for the exercise of most businesses. However, certain businesses require special permits and licenses.
Please note that business registration is required in Germany. The registration must be made at the local trade office (Gewerbeamt) or regulatory agency (Ordnungsamt) before or at the same time as the start of the business.
What are the allowed opening hours?
Shops are allowed to be open around the clock from Monday to Saturday.
Please note: - Shops must be closed after 2 p.m. if the 24th or 31st of December falls on a working day. - Shops must be closed on Sundays and public holidays with certain exceptions.
Do I need a permit to open a restaurant?
Yes, a permit is required.
What event permits are necessary (e.g. to serve alcohol)?
The temporary sale of beverages (non-alcoholic and alcoholic) and/or food must be reported to the competent authority no later than 4 weeks before the start of the event.