Regensburg

Local regulations for hosting in Regensburg

For individuals hosting homes in Regensburg, this article provides targeted information on applicable local regulations. It is imperative, as stipulated by the OH-Stay.com article "Hosting in Germany," that hosts independently verify and adhere to all relevant obligations. While this document serves as a foundational reference, it is neither exhaustive nor a substitute for professional legal or tax counsel. Hosts are advised to regularly confirm the timeliness of all laws and procedures. Should complexities arise, direct engagement with the Regensburg Urban Development Administration or a local advisor (e.g., an attorney or tax professional) is recommended.

Short-term rental regulations

The Housing Administration enforces Regensburg’s regulations that prohibit the use of residential space for non-residential purposes. These regulations came into effect in July 2019. More information about the regulations and enforcement can be obtained from the City of Regensburg.

Residential space

According to Regensburg’s regulations, residential space includes any area within city limits that is objectively suitable and intended for residential purposes. This encompasses corporate apartments and student housing.

Zoning limitations

The regulations in Regensburg specify that, without a permit, you may not use more than 50% of the floor space of any residential property for non-residential purposes, including short-term rentals. However, you are allowed to rent out your entire home to guests for a total of up to eight weeks per calendar year without requiring a permit.

There are no time restrictions or permit requirements for renting individual rooms within your own home, provided that the rented space does not exceed 50% of the property’s floor space.

Permit obligations

If you wish to rent out more than 50% of your residential property for more than eight weeks per year for purposes such as short-term rental, you must obtain a permit from the City of Regensburg. A permit may be granted if public or private interests that merit protection outweigh the goal of preserving residential space. Additionally, permits can be approved if the public interest in maintaining residential space is offset by creating replacement residential space or making a compensatory payment.

The permit application can be downloaded from the City of Regensburg’s website. Any granted permit applies also to the legal successor of the applicant or to anyone who takes possession of the property after the permit has been issued.

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