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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.
Process flow
To file a complaint, you must state the facts of the case in writing. You do not need a form for this.
- Please enclose all the 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.
- If necessary, additional documents will be requested.
- There will be no feedback after a successful review.
Requirements
You must have a certificate of competence and/or a permit from an authority in order to be allowed to display pyrotechnic articles.
Which documents are required?
Proof of the certificate of competence and/or proof of the permit
What are the fees?
There are no costs.
What deadlines do I have to pay attention to?
The following notification deadlines apply:
Notification period of 2 weeks before 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 duration
Varies depending on the competent authority; usually up to 14 days.
Legal basis
First Ordinance to the Explosives Act (1st SprengV) - Section 23 (3)
Applications / forms
None
Appeal
- Forms available: No
- Written form required: Yes
- Informal application possible: Yes
- Personal appearance necessary: No
Author
The text was automatically translated based on the German content.
Technically approved by
Ministry of Justice and Consumer Protection, Hamburg
Professionally released on
16.02.2022
Source: Zuständigkeitsfinder Thüringen (Linie6PLus)
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