No-Stopping Zone

A no-stopping zone makes your move in Leipzig considerably easier. You have free parking spaces directly in front of the door and save time on moving day. The Road Traffic Authority at the Transport and Civil Engineering Office is the central point of contact.

Apply at least 14 days in advance

3 full days installation period for signs

When does a no-stopping zone make sense?

A no-stopping zone is particularly worthwhile in these situations:

• Narrow streets without sufficient parking spaces
• City center location with high parking pressure
• Large move with lots of furniture and multiple trips
• Moving truck needs space directly in front of the house

Advantages of a no-stopping zone:

• Guaranteed parking spaces on moving day
• Shorter distances between apartment and moving truck
• Less stress and faster process
• No risk of not finding a parking space

Time Planning

Proper time planning is crucial for a successful move with a no-stopping zone.

Timeline:

When	What
At least 14 days in advance	Submit application to the Road Traffic Authority
After approval	Organize signs from rental company
3 days before move	Install signs
On installation day	Create installation protocol and pre-notation list
On moving day	Use no-stopping zone
After the move	Remove signs

Important deadlines in Leipzig:

• Application: At least 14 days in advance
• Signs: 3 full days before prohibition begins

Tip: Email applications to vta-umzuege@leipzig.de are often processed faster.

Checklist for Your Move

Follow this checklist for a smooth process:

At least 14 days before the move:

• Set date for the move
• Calculate required length of zone
• Prepare application (name, reason, location, area, duration)
• Create overview plan and traffic sign plan
• Submit application (email recommended)

After receiving approval:

• Reserve signs at sign rental company
• Plan installation date (3 days before move)

3 days before the move:

• Install signs
• Take photos for installation protocol
• Create pre-notation list (all already parked vehicles)
• Keep approval and protocol readily available

On moving day:

• Check zone for clearance
• For illegally parked vehicles: Contact regulatory office
• Carry out move

After the move:

• Remove signs
• Return signs to rental company

Illegally Parked Vehicles on Moving Day

What to do if a vehicle is in your zone despite the no-stopping zone?

Procedure for illegally parked vehicles:

1. Check if the vehicle is on your pre-notation list
2. If yes: The vehicle was there before the no-stopping zone
3. If no: Contact regulatory office
4. Have approval and installation protocol ready as proof

DIY or Service Provider

Self-application:

• You submit the application yourself to the Road Traffic Authority
• You organize the signs yourself
• Costs: Official fees + sign rental (approx. 80-150 EUR)
• Advantage: Cheaper

Service Provider:

• Takes care of the complete process
• Costs: 100 to 180 EUR complete package
• Advantage: No effort, no liability