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In Lauf an der Pegnitz and the Nürnberger Land district, parking spaces and underground parking spots are among the most frequently discussed topics in condominium associations (WEGs). Whether a parking space is structured as true separate ownership or merely as a right of exclusive use has far-reaching consequences for its transferability, developability, and the owner’s rights. The 2020 WEG reform introduced new considerations, particularly regarding charging stations for electric vehicles.
The German Condominium Act (WEG) recognizes two forms of ownership status for a parking space. Partial ownership pursuant to Section 1(3) WEG in conjunction with Section 3(1) WEG is an independent real property right that is entered in the land register on its own land register page or as a separate entry in a partial ownership register. According to Section 3(2) WEG, a prerequisite is that the parking space is clearly designated in the layout plan. For this purpose, a marking on the ground and a numbering in the division plan are typically used.
The right of exclusive use is not a true property right, but rather an exclusive right of use over the common property. It is enshrined in the declaration of division or the community rules and is secured in practice by entry in Section II of the land register for the entitled residential unit. The right of exclusive use of the parking space does not establish separate ownership.
For buyers, the difference is crucial: A unit of individual ownership can be subject to foreclosure if the owner faces financial difficulties-which can result in a third party unrelated to the family suddenly becoming the owner of the parking space alongside the apartment owners. The right of exclusive use, on the other hand, is tied to the condominium unit and cannot be seized separately.
The Lauf an der Pegnitz Local Court is responsible for the land registers of the municipalities in the northern district of Nürnberger Land. The notary district of Middle Franconia also covers this area.
| Type of Parking Space Entitlement | Land Register Page | Independently Transferable | Registration Costs (approx.) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Partial ownership (true separate ownership) | Separate land register page or register sheet | Yes (observe the community rules) | According to GNotKG, value of the parking space |
| Right of exclusive use (anchored in the community rules) | In Section II of the apartment | Only with the apartment (as a rule) | Costs for amending the community rules |
| Right of exclusive use (in partition agreement) | Recorded in the land register | Depends on agreement | Notary + land register |
Source: WEG Act (as of WEG Reform 2020 + 2026 amendments), BGB, GNotKG Table, Bavarian Justice Portal, Nuremberg/Fürth/Erlangen Land Registry Office, as of Q1/Q2 2026.
For notary fees associated with the creation or transfer of a parking space as a fractional ownership interest, GNotKG Table B applies. For a parking space purchase price of €20,000, the basic fee is €115; the notary certifying the purchase agreement typically receives 1.5 to 2 times the basic fee. In addition, there are land registry fees of a similar amount.
The conversion of a right of exclusive use into true partial ownership is possible retroactively, but requires the cooperation of all condominium owners (since the community rules are being amended) and notarization. In the practice of Laufer condominium associations, this step is occasionally taken when the association wishes to modernize its division structure.
The most important practical issue in Lauf and other municipalities in the Nuremberg metropolitan region in 2025/2026 concerns charging stations for electric vehicles. Section 20(2)(2) of the Condominium Act (WEG), as amended, grants every condominium owner and partial owner the right to install a charging station in a parking space assigned to them. The community cannot generally refuse permission, but it can establish technical requirements (e.g., meters, cable routing) and aesthetic standards.
In practice, the following scenarios are common in Laufer WEGs: Underground parking spaces are often registered as separate ownership units, as they have been developed into self-contained units (numbering, floor plan). In this case, the owner has the right to a charging station in “their” parking space. However, the power supply line running through the underground garage may affect common property and therefore requires a resolution.
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Outdoor parking spaces on the common property are often secured only by special rights of use. Here, the legal situation is more complicated: While the owner is entitled to approval for a charging station under Section 20(2) of the WEG (as amended), implementation depends on the specific infrastructure and the community’s consent. In this situation, many WEGs commission an electrical contractor to develop a comprehensive plan that regulates the power supply, meter structure, and cost allocation for all interested parties.
Another common question: Can a parking space be used for purposes other than parking vehicles-such as storage or for a permanent tent garage? This depends on the declaration of division and the community rules. Typically, use as a “parking space” is mandated; alternative uses may be approved by resolution.
In the case of true separate ownership of the parking space (fractional ownership), it can generally be sold separately. In practice, however, the community rules often restrict this principle: through a right of first refusal by the community or the other owners, by limiting the pool of potential buyers to owners already in the condominium association, or by requiring approval from the owners’ meeting.
Without such restrictions, an underground parking space in Lauf an der Pegnitz can be sold separately in 2025/2026 for prices ranging from €8,000 to €22,000, depending on location, the size of the complex, and the availability of parking spaces in the surrounding area. In central locations with high parking demand-such as near the Lauf S-Bahn station or close to the city center-parking spaces command higher prices, as demand from non-owners drives up prices.
Anyone wishing to purchase a parking space separately should check whether the community bylaws contain restrictions on non-owner buyers. In many condominium associations, a parking space may only be sold to someone who already owns an apartment in the association-this significantly restricts the market.
Lauf an der Pegnitz is a typical commuter town east of Nuremberg, easily accessible via the S-Bahn line S1 and the B14. The housing market is dominated by families seeking residential areas close to the city but at a lower cost. Underground parking spaces are standard in newer apartment buildings in Lauf; older buildings from the 1970s and 1980s often have only outdoor parking spaces.
In Lauf, parking spaces play an important role as a selling point: With limited public parking available in residential areas, private parking spaces are a decisive factor for buyers with multiple vehicles. Experience shows that condominium associations (WEGs) that have designated parking spaces as true separate ownership (fractional ownership) achieve better overall sales prices than comparable complexes with only contractual rights of use.
The Nuremberg County Appraisal Committee reports purchase prices of €2,400-3,600 per square meter of living space for condominiums in Lauf an der Pegnitz (as of 2025). Experience shows that an associated underground parking space designated as true separate ownership increases the total price by €8,000-20,000 compared to an apartment without a guaranteed parking space.
In some condominium associations, parking spaces are retroactively converted from a right of exclusive use into true partial ownership. This is possible but complex: It requires an amendment to the declaration of division, the consent of all apartment owners, as well as notarization and registration in the land registry. Notary fees and land registry fees are based on the value of the parking space according to the GNotKG.
A parking space valued at €15,000 incurs notary fees of approximately €75 (basic fee according to GNotKG Table B) and land registry fees of a similar amount-a manageable sum for the significant added value that true separate ownership offers. However, this requires the cooperation of all owners, which can be logistically challenging in larger condominium associations.
In Lauf an der Pegnitz, where many condominium associations date back to the 1970s and 1980s and parking spaces are often designated only as rights of exclusive use, this conversion is an increasingly sought-after step-especially when owners wish to sell their units and potential buyers insist on the legal status of the parking space.
Whether a parking space is structured as true separate ownership or as a right of exclusive use has significant implications for its marketability, valuation, and the owner’s rights vis-à-vis the community. The 2020 WEG Reform has, in particular, strengthened the right to a charging station, thereby increasing the value of parking spaces in an increasingly electrified mobility landscape. Owners who wish to upgrade or convert their parking space should consult a notary in the Middle Franconia notarial district at an early stage.
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Since the 2020 WEG reform, apartment owners have had a legal right under Section 20(2) of the WEG to install a charging station for electric vehicles-provided they use a parking space and the construction work can be carried out without disproportionately impairing the common property.
In practice, for condominium complexes in Lauf and the Nürnberger Land district, this means: Owners can install a wallbox at their underground parking space or carport at their own expense. The condominium association must approve this but may not refuse without a valid reason. The owner bears the costs of installation and is liable for any subsequent damage.
The economic implications are clear: In Lauf in 2026, apartments with a parking space equipped for electric mobility (wallbox installed or electrical connection prepared) will command a price premium of 5,000-12,000 euros compared to comparable apartments without this infrastructure. This suggests that owners who plan to sell their parking space in the foreseeable future should consider investing in charging infrastructure.
For underground parking spaces in existing complexes, the electrical connection is often the decisive prerequisite. Many older garages lack adequate power lines. The homeowners’ association can pass a majority resolution to equip the entire underground garage with a charging management system infrastructure-the costs are then apportioned among all owners, which is more cost-effective than many individual installations.
Many parking spaces in condominium complexes in Lauf an der Pegnitz are not structured as separate ownership but as a right of exclusive use of common property. This means: The owner has the exclusive right to use this parking space-but they do not own the space itself.
This right of exclusive use may have been established in the declaration of division or in a separate resolution. The right of exclusive use is tied to the apartment and can only be sold together with the apartment. A separate sale of the parking space without the apartment is not possible under the right of exclusive use-unlike with true partial ownership.
If a right of exclusive use is to be converted into true separate ownership (in order to be able to sell the parking space separately), the declaration of division must be amended. This requires a notarized amendment agreement between all owners or at least the affected owners, coordinated with the Land Registry Office in Lauf an der Pegnitz.
In practice, this conversion is possible in Lauf, but it is a complex process: All owners must appear at the notary appointment or grant notarized powers of attorney. According to the GNotKG, the costs are generally 0.5-1.0% of the value of the units in question. For a parking space valued at 25,000 euros, this amounts to 125-250 euros in notary fees-a manageable investment for the flexibility of separate saleability.
Prepared by the my-home.de editorial team in collaboration with regional real estate analysts. Data as of Q1/Q2 2026.
Individual ownership of a parking space (Section 3(1) of the German Condominium Act (WEG)) grants the owner full title to the property, which is registered separately in the land register and can be transferred independently of the apartment. A right of exclusive use, on the other hand, is an exclusive right to use the common property-without actual ownership.
Yes. Underground parking spaces can be registered in the land register as fractional ownership (§ 1 (3) WEG), provided they are enclosed and clearly demarcated. The parking space must be clearly identified in the layout plan and assigned its own number.
If the parking space is registered in the land registry as a separate unit, it can generally be sold separately. However, the community rules may provide for a right of first refusal for the community or the other owners, or restrict sales to non-owners.
Yes. Section 20(2)(2) of the Condominium Act (WEG), as amended, grants every owner the right to obtain approval for a charging station on their parking space. The condominium association may impose technical and aesthetic requirements, but may not generally deny approval. The costs are borne by the owner submitting the application.
If a parking space is held as separate property, it is typically sold together with the apartment, but it can also be sold separately. In the case of a right of exclusive use, transferability depends on the building regulations-it is often tied to the apartment and cannot be transferred separately.
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Article as of March 13, 2026
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