Dealing with Construction Permits in
Denmark
Listed below is detailed summary of the procedures, time and costs to build a warehouse —including obtaining necessary licenses and permits, completing required notifications and inspections and obtaining utility connections.
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Building a warehouse
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Estimated Warehouse Value:
DKK 14,957,000
- City: Copenhagen
| No. |
Procedure |
Time to Complete |
Associated Costs |
| 1 |
Request and obtain permit to start the construction works at the Municipality
BuildCo does not need to prepare any background information. The builder needs to prepare relevant drawings of the building to be constructed, including sewage and fire protection. On this basis, the authorities will themselves check whether the construction complies with area plans and relevant legislation, particularly legislation on fire protection. The authorities may conduct on-site inspections before issuing a permit, but this is not normal. To process the warehouse permit application, the authorities will check all relevant documents. Thus, the entire process is covered by a single procedure that covers examining the area plan, checking plans and drawings, checking the lot plan, securing fire department permission, issuing a temporary building permit, issuing the structural engineer certificate, checking the rain water drainage, and checking building compliance with the Real Estate Registry’s regulations and requirements for registration and specific projects.
Agency: Municipality
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40 days
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DKK 186,875
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| 2 |
Receive construction inspection from the supervising authority
During the construction process, the municipality does not generally inspect construction. If conducted, such inspections will normally include inspections by the relevant fire, sewerage, or worker safety authorities. Such inspections are carried out without prior notice. They do generally not pose delays barring lack of compliance with relevant legislation.
Agency: Supervising Authorities (Sewage, Fire, or Safety-at-Work Authorities)
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1 day
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no charge
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| 3 |
Request and receive connection to water and sewage
Utilities connections are established by agreement with local suppliers. The time and cost depend on the supplier.
Agency: Water & Sewage Authority
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5 days
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DKK 1,000
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| * 4 |
Request and receive connection to telephone
Utilities connections are established by agreement with local suppliers. The time and cost depend on the supplier.
Agency: Tele-Denmark Communications
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3 days
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DKK 1,000
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| 5 |
Receive final inspection and obtain occupancy permit
To grant the usage permit, the authorities primarily check fire protection and compliance with other construction requirements. This is done by one inspection normally carried out during one day and that can normally be initiated within a few weeks of submitting the application. Time may vary greatly, depending on compliance with relevant legislation. If the building complies with the regulations, in most municipalities the permit may be obtained in a few weeks.
Agency: Municipality
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21 days
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no charge
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* Takes place simultaneously with another procedure.