Fundamentally, nationwide regulations of the BGB, GBO, WEG, and energy-related obligations such as the GEG apply.

Specifically important for Bavaria and Upper Bavaria are:

  • Property tax regulations according to the Bavarian state model
  • Building regulations law according to the Bavarian Building Code (BayBO)
  • Partial nature conservation restrictions in Alpine and lake regions
  • Notarial certification requirement for purchase contracts
  • Brokerage law according to nationwide regulations (e.g., Broker and
  • Developer Regulation, client-pays principle for rentals)

In the Alpine region, additional requirements for landscape protection, monument protection, and development plans may apply.