Umnutzung von Gewerbeimmobilien.

The usage requirements for commercial properties are subject to constant and rapid change. The COVID-19 pandemic has redefined the usage requirements for many types of properties, particularly office, hotel, and retail properties. The conversion of open-plan offices into single offices, office units into residential space, hotels into care and senior facilities, as well as the repurposing of retail properties and shopping centers into logistics centers presents specific legal challenges. In addition to property and specialist planning issues, building permit law aspects must also be considered. Furthermore, procurement and warranty issues raise specific questions when construction measures involve a change of use.

With this legal guide, the authors provide builders and planners with clearly structured legal recommendations for action. The specifics of the conversion and repurposing of commercial properties are presented in a practical and easily understandable manner, supported by numerous checklists, sample formulations, and diagrams. The book aims to provide those responsible with the necessary legal certainty. It is aimed at commercial and public clients, commercial property management, project management and planning offices, as well as construction lawyers.

Contents include:

• Specifics of the conversion and repurposing of commercial properties,
• Property and specialist planning aspects,
• Building permit law aspects,
• Procurement law aspects,
• Specifics in the drafting of architect and construction contracts,
• Commercial lease law specifics regarding conversion and repurposing of commercial properties,
• Specifics in warranty management.