Consultation for Art in Urban Space

Public space is a prerequisite for urban coexistence. It offers space for different uses and interest groups. This also includes art and culture in urban spaces, which can contribute to their aesthetic and discursive impact.

The complex requirements for public space are implemented taking into account numerous issues such as road space use, noise protection, flora and fauna, and monument protection. The associated legal framework provides for the use of public space with a special permit in the form of a special use permit. For the realisation of temporary cultural and artistic projects in public space in the Mitte district of Berlin, an application for a special permit must therefore be submitted to the licensing authority, the Road and Green Space Office of the Mitte District Office in Berlin.

Every Tuesday from 10:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., the Urban Culture Department offers free advice on art and culture in urban spaces as needed. Artists, curators and cultural professionals are thus given the opportunity to clarify questions regarding the approval of their artistic projects for public spaces in the Mitte district in advance of submitting their application.