Other permits and exemptions

Organising bingo

More information about organizing bingo (small game of chance).

Façade gardens, root zones, planter boxes and green space adoption

Rules for building a façade garden, creating a root zone garden or placing a planter box.

Organising a rally or demonstration

You can organise a demonstration, event or rally. This must be a peaceful gathering in a public space.

Street performances

Street performers who want to perform their acts must follow a number of rules.

Carbide shooting and lighting bonfires

Carbide shooting is only allowed with an exemption on 31 December from 10 am to 6 pm.

Inspecting a permit or construction file

Inspect a permit or file and/or drawings at the Town Hall.

Barbecuing in public spaces

Barbecuing in parks and public fields

Private bench in public space

Rules for placing or moving a bench in public spaces.

Geocaching

Geocaching is an outdoor game. Using a GPS receiver or phone, participants search for a 'cache'.

Charity collection permit

Do you want to collect for charity in the City of Leeuwarden? You may need a permit for this.

Letting vacant housing

Is your property for sale and vacated? The property may be temporarily let under the Vacant Property Act.

Soil information

There are cases where a soil survey may be necessary. For example, when applying for an environmental permit.

Pitch permit

You need a permit to offer goods or services for sale, or to hold a promotional campaign from a fixed location.

Shopping hours in Leeuwarden

An exemption to keep your shop open a little longer than is permitted on a one-off basis.

Asbestos

You are not permitted to remove asbestos yourself. You need permission from the local authority.

Mooring permit

Apply for a mooring permit or environmental and planning permit if you want to berth an ark or a houseboat in public water in Leeuwarden for a longer period of time.

Organising a lottery

You need a licence to organise a lottery in which prizes are awarded.

Noise nuisance exemption

A noise exemption for construction work, demolition work, company parties or music on a terrace.

Use of public space

You want to use public space. For example, to install a construction crane, container or advertising sign.