No-Stopping Zone Friedrichshain-Kreuzberg

You submit your application by email to the Road Traffic Authority at Friedrichshain-Kreuzberg district office. The email address is tiefgruen@ba-fk.berlin.de and you need an informal application (formloser Antrag) with all important details. For questions, you can reach the authority at (030) 90298-8024.

1. Send an email with your application to tiefgruen@ba-fk.berlin.de
2. Specify the exact location and time period for the no-stopping zone
3. Describe the reason for the no-stopping zone (for example moving or construction)
4. Wait for the Road Traffic Authority's response with the traffic order (Anordnung)

Important details for your application:

• Complete address with house number and street name
• Desired time period with start and end dates
• Number of parking spaces needed or length of the zone
• Your contact details for follow-up questions from the authority

The minimum fee is € 21 for a temporary no-stopping zone. The exact costs depend on the scope and duration of your requested zone. The Road Traffic Authority will inform you of the final fees after reviewing your application. Factors that influence the costs:

• Length of the no-stopping zone in meters
• Duration of the no-stopping zone in days or weeks
• Location of the zone (main street or side street)
• Additional signage or special requirements

Processing typically takes 6 to 8 weeks from receipt of your complete application. Plan sufficient time before your desired date and submit your application early.

The Road Traffic Authority only issues the legal traffic order for the no-stopping zone. You must obtain and install the traffic signs yourself or hire a company. The signs must be placed at least 72 hours before the no-stopping zone begins. Construction safety companies usually handle both obtaining and installing the signs. You can also ask the district office which companies operate in Friedrichshain-Kreuzberg. Traffic signs 283 or 286 (Verkehrszeichen 283 oder 286) are required for no-stopping zones. Common mistakes when installing signs:

• Signs are installed too late (less than 72 hours beforehand)
• Wrong traffic signs or incomplete signage
• Signs are not in the correct position or are poorly visible
• Additional signs with date and time are missing or incorrect

A no-stopping zone for moving makes sense when you want to park a van directly in front of your door. Many streets in Friedrichshain-Kreuzberg have heavy traffic and parking spaces are often hard to find. With a no-stopping zone, you can ensure space remains free for your moving vehicle. Plan for about 2 to 3 parking spaces or 15 to 20 meters of street length for a normal move. For larger moves with multiple vehicles, you'll need correspondingly more space and a longer zone. Apply for the no-stopping zone at least 8 to 10 weeks before your moving date. The minimum cost of € 21 is often cheaper than parking tickets or searching for distant parking spaces. Also consider that without a no-stopping zone, other vehicles can block your planned parking spot.