Applying for an extension of a main operating plan for mining

Procedure

You can apply to extend the approval of your main operating plan online via the "BergPass" platform or in writing to your competent mining authority.

Renewal online apply:

• Go to the "BergPass" online platform and log in.
  
  • To apply, you will need a BundID and an identity card or residence permit with an active online ID function.
• Upload the required documents as a file.

Apply for an extension in writing to the competent mining authority:

• You must prepare your main operating plan in such a way that both the licensing requirements and other concerns such as groundwater and nature conservation are comprehensively described. For complex projects, it is advisable to contact your competent authority and coordinate the required application documents.
• Submit all required documents by post to the responsible authority.

Further procedural steps:

• The competent authority will receive your application and check the documents submitted. If any documents are missing, the authority will contact you.
• You will receive a notification electronically and by post informing you of the decision regarding your admission.
• You will also receive a notification of costs. Pay the fees.

Legal bases

• § 51 Bundesberggesetz (BBergG)
• § 55 Bundesberggesetz (BBergG)
• § 52 Abs. 4 Bundesberggesetz (BBergG)