Germany · Nordrhein-Westfalen
Open a business in Köln
What is allowed at the address?
Enter the address and your use: LocalCheck reads the official plan for the plot in Köln and tells you whether your shop, office or warehouse is permitted — or finds the best of 131 neighbourhoods for your idea.
Which plan applies in Köln
In Köln we check which land category the City of Köln's land-use plan (Flächennutzungsplan) shows for the plot and match your use against the federal BauNVO. Where a binding development plan (Bebauungsplan) applies, it prevails — the result always says so.
Popular checks in Köln
Frequently asked questions
Which plan decides whether I can open a business in Köln?
In Köln we check which land category the City of Köln's land-use plan (Flächennutzungsplan) shows for the plot and match your use against the federal BauNVO. Where a binding development plan (Bebauungsplan) applies, it prevails — the result always says so.
Do I need a permit to open a café or shop in Köln?
Usually yes: changing the use of a space (Nutzungsänderung) needs a building permit even without construction work. The application is filed by a certified architect or engineer; LocalCheck gives them the planning-law starting point (Baugebiet, conditions, plan reference).
Which neighbourhoods in Köln suit my business?
With the “Where should I open?” tab LocalCheck ranks 131 neighbourhoods of Köln by where planning law permits your use, residents nearby (Zensus 2022) and public transport, with links to matching spaces on ImmoScout24 and Immowelt.
How much does it cost?
The verdict for an address is free. The detailed report with conditions, plan reference and surroundings is paid.