A no-stopping zone (Halteverbot) in Berlin costs a minimum of € 21 and can increase depending on your district and scope. Most districts calculate fees based on zone length and validity period. You'll also need to arrange traffic signs separately, which adds to the total cost. Here we explain all cost factors and show you examples from different districts.
Fee Structure
The minimum fee for a no-stopping zone is € 21 in all Berlin districts. This base fee covers the traffic order issued by the Road Traffic Authority (Straßenverkehrsbehörde). However, your actual costs can be significantly higher.
The fee amount depends on several factors:
- Length of the no-stopping zone in meters
- Duration of validity (days or weeks)
- Type of use (private or commercial)
- Administrative effort required to process your application
Each district has its own fee schedule for no-stopping zone orders. The authority calculates fees based on actual administrative effort. Longer zones or complex traffic situations increase costs accordingly.
The fee only covers the official order. You must obtain and install traffic signs separately. These costs are additional to the administrative fee and vary by provider.
Additional Cost Factors
Beyond the authority fee, you'll have other costs for practical implementation. You must order traffic signs 283 or 286 from a construction safety company. Signs typically cost between € 15 and € 25 per piece.
Installation of signs may incur additional costs. Many companies offer complete service including delivery and installation. Total costs for signs and service usually range from € 50 to € 150 depending on the number of signs needed.
Examples
No-stopping zone costs vary greatly depending on your specific case. Here are typical examples from practice with expected fees.
Example 1: Private Move
You need a no-stopping zone for your move in front of an apartment building. The zone should be 15 meters long and valid for 2 days. In most districts you'll pay the minimum fee of € 21. Additionally you need 4 traffic signs for about € 80 including installation.
Total costs: approximately € 101
Example 2: Longer Construction Site
A contractor needs a 30 meter long no-stopping zone for 4 weeks. The authority fee typically ranges from € 40 to € 80 depending on the district. Eight traffic signs cost about € 150.
Total costs: approximately € 190 to € 230
Example 3: Complex Traffic Situation
In difficult traffic conditions or special inspections, fees can be higher. If the authority must conduct an extensive traffic survey, costs of € 100 to € 200 can arise.
You'll only know exact costs after the responsible authority reviews your application. Each district calculates individually based on actual effort. Find details about costs in your district in our district guides.
- First submit your application to the Road Traffic Authority
- Wait for the fee notice
- Pay the administrative fee
- Order traffic signs from a specialist company
- Have signs installed on time
Fines
Without a valid no-stopping zone order, you face significant fines for installing your own traffic signs. The Road Traffic Regulations clearly define who may install traffic signs.
Fines for Illegal Signs
Installing no-stopping signs without authorization costs € 20 to € 35 in fines per sign. Multiple signs result in cumulative penalties. You must also pay costs for sign removal by the public order office.
If other road users are hindered or endangered by your illegal signs, higher fines may apply. In serious cases, fines up to € 70 and a point in Flensburg are possible.
Costs of Late Applications
Submitting applications too late creates additional costs due to time pressure. Many districts process urgent applications for an extra fee. Express processing can cost an additional € 50 to € 100.
Without timely authorization, you cannot proceed with your move or construction as planned. Delays often cause higher costs than the original no-stopping zone fees.
District Cost Comparison
Fees differ significantly between Berlin districts:
- Treptow-Köpenick: from € 20 (cheapest district)
- Most other districts: from € 21
- Charlottenburg-Wilmersdorf: Companies often pay less than private individuals
- Friedrichshain-Kreuzberg: Longer processing times but normal fees
Processing time varies from 3 weeks in Spandau to up to 10 weeks in Charlottenburg-Wilmersdorf for private applications. Some districts give priority treatment to companies.
Always plan sufficient lead time to avoid additional costs. Signs must be installed at least 72 hours before validity begins. Find more details about costs in your district in the cost guide for your district.
All information without guarantee. Only the responsible authority provides binding information.
