Inspection of site drainage plans

If you want to make a change to your property drainage system, you can request a plan inspection.

Description

Drainage plans have had to be submitted for approval for the construction and modification of property drainage systems since the first days of Munich's municipal drainage system in the 19th century. As-built plans from all these years are kept in our archives.

Owners and their authorised representatives can inspect the plans by prior appointment.

Plans can be photographed during the appointment. DIN A3 photocopiers are also available. It is also possible to order complete digital copies (PDF) for a fee.

in simple cases, such as for individual detached houses and apartment blocks, you can also request digital copies (PDF) using our online form. You will always receive the latest drainage plan approved by us.

Required documents

The following documents must be brought to the appointment:

oLand register extract

oPurchase contract

oProperty tax assessment notice or

oDecision of the MSE

  • For representation:additionally a power of attorney Our power of attorney template can be used.
    In the case of property management, we require the property manager's power of attorney.
  • Identity document

Duration & Costs

Processing time

Digital plan copy as PDF: 5-10 working days

Fees

When ordering a digital copy of a plan, fees of between 5.00 and 7.50 euros per plan are charged.

Payment methods available

Questions & Answers

if there is a technical emergency that requires immediate action, such as a burst pipe, you can contact us directly by e-mail or telephone. You can then come by for an appointment without any lead time and copy (DIN A3 flatbed scanner) or photograph plans. Proof of authorisation must also be provided here.

Landeshauptstadt München

Münchner Stadtentwässerung (MSE)
Team Planauskunft und Planverwaltung (MSE-4KP)

Internet

Postal address

Landeshauptstadt München
Münchner Stadtentwässerung (MSE)
Team Planauskunft und Planverwaltung (MSE-4KP)

Friedenstraße 40
81671 München

Address

Friedenstraße 40
81671 München

By appointment:

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