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Water law in Werder: jetty applications rejected, only a ban on use!
In the Potsdam-Mittelmark district, private jetties have been approved less frequently since 2022, while nature conservation requirements dominate.
Water law in Werder: jetty applications rejected, only a ban on use!
From 2022 to 2025, the Potsdam-Mittelmark district will be a strict guardian of water rights. During this time, numerous applications for private jetties were rejected, with a total of 23 applications for water permits or their extensions not being approved. This comes from a report by maz online out.
However, there is a ray of hope in the form of commercially used jetties. In 2025, a ban on use was issued for the jetty expansion of the Zernsee Marina in Werder (Havel). The Brandenburg Nature Conservation Association (Nabu) successfully lodged an objection alleging violations of nature conservation regulations. What remains interesting is that an objection has already been lodged against this ban on use, which has not yet been decided.
The conditions for permits
A water law permit is necessary if you want to build structures in, on, above or below water, such as jetties or boat moorings. Loud potsdam-mittelmark.de The Lower Water Authority is responsible for these permits. For approval, all application documents must be submitted completely and on time. In particular, aspects of nature conservation law must be taken into account, as permits are generally only granted if they do not harm the common good.
What is exciting is the regulation of the useful life of such permits. These are usually granted for 15 years to enable residents to recoup their investments while ensuring water protection. Expired permits must be reapplied for as they expire without extension.
The tension between use and nature conservation
The challenges in the area of water use are diverse. It is often nature conservation and fishing regulations that cause applications to fail. This is also reflected in the rejection of an application for the construction of a commercial jetty in the Glindow district of Werder in 2024. Both nature conservation and monument law aspects played a role here, which is why the consent of the city of Werder (Havel) was missing.
Loud Umweltbundesamt.de It is of central importance to find a balance between economic and ecological interests. The Water Resources Act regulates water management at the federal level and contains important regulations for the protection of water bodies. These regulations must be adhered to both nationally and internationally to preserve water resources for future generations.
In summary, it can be said that while the demand for footbridges for leisure activities is high, the highest priority is given to nature conservation regulations. This is clearly evident in the applications rejected by the Lower Water Authority, out of a high degree of responsibility. The challenges that the residents face here are anything but small - but caring for our waters is always the top priority.