{"id":10908,"date":"2026-01-22T12:00:10","date_gmt":"2026-01-22T11:00:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.zapf-garagen.de\/?p=10908"},"modified":"2026-04-23T10:14:49","modified_gmt":"2026-04-23T08:14:49","slug":"garagenrecht-in-nrw-was-sie-2026-wissen-muessen","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.zapf-garagen.de\/en\/entdecken\/garagenrecht-in-nrw-was-sie-2026-wissen-muessen\/","title":{"rendered":"Garage Law in North Rhine-Westphalia: What You Need to Know in 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wpb-content-wrapper\" id=\"wpb-content-root\"><p>[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"163\" data-end=\"228\">[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column]<div class=\"spacer spacer--medium\"><\/div>\n[vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h1>Garage Law in North Rhine-Westphalia: What You Need to Know in 2026<\/h1>\n<p>Do you own or rent a garage in North Rhine-Westphalia? Then you should be aware of the specific regulations. NRW has comparatively detailed and restrictive rules within Germany \u2014 and violations can result in fines of up to \u20ac500.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"795\" data-end=\"934\">[\/vc_column_text]<div class=\"spacer spacer--medium\"><\/div>\n[vc_single_image image=&#8221;10933&#8243; img_size=&#8221;full&#8221; css=&#8221;&#8221;]<div class=\"spacer spacer--medium\"><\/div>\n[vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3><\/h3>\n<h3><strong>Was macht NRW besonders?<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Since 2009, there has been no separate garage regulation. Instead, the relevant rules have been integrated into <a href=\"https:\/\/recht.nrw.de\/lmi\/owa\/br_text_anzeigen?v_id=4620100107092033646\">the Special Building Regulation (SBauVO)<\/a>. Specifically, they can be found in Part 5, Sections 121\u2013142. In addition, these provisions were last updated on September 30, 2022.<\/p>\n<p>Die rechtlichen Grundlagen:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/recht.nrw.de\/lmi\/owa\/br_text_anzeigen?v_id=4620100107092033646\">Special Building Regulation NRW (SBauVO)<\/a> \u2013 Part 5<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/recht.nrw.de\/lmi\/owa\/br_text_anzeigen?v_id=74820170630142752068\">Building Code NRW (BauO NRW 2018)<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/recht.nrw.de\/lmi\/owa\/br_text_anzeigen?v_id=720050120105339187\">Regulation on Structural Engineering Inspections<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>Types of garages<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"24\" data-end=\"85\"><strong data-start=\"24\" data-end=\"42\">Small garages:<\/strong> Up to 100 m\u00b2 \u2013 the typical single garage<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"88\" data-end=\"168\"><strong data-start=\"88\" data-end=\"113\">Medium-sized garages:<\/strong> 100\u20131,000 m\u00b2 \u2013 stricter fire protection requirements<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"171\" data-end=\"260\" data-is-last-node=\"\"><strong data-start=\"171\" data-end=\"189\">Large garages:<\/strong> Over 1,000 m\u00b2 \u2013 comprehensive safety regulations, supervision required<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>What may the garage be used for?<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"38\" data-end=\"260\">In North Rhine-Westphalia, a strict designated-use principle applies: garages are used exclusively for parking motor vehicles (exceptions are mentioned later in the text). The parking space must remain usable at all times.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"262\" data-end=\"284\"><strong data-start=\"262\" data-end=\"284\">What is permitted?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"286\" data-end=\"321\"><strong data-start=\"286\" data-end=\"321\">Motor vehicles and accessories:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"323\" data-end=\"481\">\n<li data-start=\"323\" data-end=\"363\">\n<p data-start=\"325\" data-end=\"363\">Cars, motorcycles, electric vehicles<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"364\" data-end=\"391\">\n<p data-start=\"366\" data-end=\"391\">Winter and summer tires<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"392\" data-end=\"445\">\n<p data-start=\"394\" data-end=\"445\">Child seats, tools, care and maintenance products<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"446\" data-end=\"481\">\n<p data-start=\"448\" data-end=\"481\">First-aid kit, warning triangle<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"483\" data-end=\"514\"><strong data-start=\"483\" data-end=\"514\">Fuels (small garages only):<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"516\" data-end=\"662\">\n<li data-start=\"516\" data-end=\"589\">\n<p data-start=\"518\" data-end=\"589\">Up to 20 liters of gasoline (tightly sealed, shatterproof containers)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"590\" data-end=\"662\">\n<p data-start=\"592\" data-end=\"662\">Up to 200 liters of diesel (tightly sealed, shatterproof containers)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"664\" data-end=\"687\"><strong data-start=\"664\" data-end=\"687\">What is prohibited?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"689\" data-end=\"966\">\u274c <strong data-start=\"691\" data-end=\"703\">Bicycles<\/strong> \u2013 in NRW, bicycles are not considered permissible garage contents and must not obstruct the parking space<br data-start=\"809\" data-end=\"812\" \/>\u274c <strong data-start=\"814\" data-end=\"836\">Misuse of purpose:<\/strong> workshop, hobby room, party basement, storage room<br data-start=\"887\" data-end=\"890\" \/>\u274c <strong data-start=\"892\" data-end=\"913\">Excessive storage<\/strong> of furniture, household goods, or garden equipment<\/p>\n<p><strong>Important: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/recht.nrw.de\/lmi\/owa\/br_text_anzeigen?v_id=74820170630142752068\">According to Section 51 (8)<\/a> of the NRW Building Code (BauO NRW), the vehicle must always have sufficient space.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>Fire protection<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"23\" data-end=\"110\"><strong data-start=\"23\" data-end=\"41\">Small garages:<\/strong> Up to 20 liters of gasoline and 200 liters of diesel are permitted<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"113\" data-end=\"231\"><strong data-start=\"113\" data-end=\"148\">Medium-sized and large garages:<\/strong> Even small quantities of flammable substances outside of vehicles are prohibited<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"233\" data-end=\"335\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">In medium-sized and large garages, interior walls and doors must be made of non-combustible materials.<\/p>\n<h3><\/h3>\n<h3>Electromobility in NRW<\/h3>\n<p>Good news: Electric vehicles and wallboxes are explicitly permitted. Installing a wallbox does not require approval, as it is considered part of the technical equipment.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Important points to note:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-start=\"230\" data-end=\"323\">\n<p data-start=\"232\" data-end=\"323\">Installation must be carried out by a qualified electrical contractor (<a href=\"http:\/\/Installation must be carried out by a qualified electrical contractor (DIN VDE standards) Registration with the grid operator (up to 11 kW) or approval required (from 11 kW) Residual current device (RCD \/ FI circuit breaker) required For rental properties: landlord\u2019s consent is required (Section 554 German Civil Code \/ Section 20 Condominium Act)\">DIN VDE standards<\/a>)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"324\" data-end=\"411\">\n<p data-start=\"326\" data-end=\"411\">Registration with the grid operator (up to 11 kW) or approval required (from 11 kW)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"412\" data-end=\"475\">\n<p data-start=\"414\" data-end=\"475\">Residual current device (RCD \/ FI circuit breaker) required<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"476\" data-end=\"592\" data-is-last-node=\"\">\n<p data-start=\"478\" data-end=\"592\" data-is-last-node=\"\">For rental properties: landlord\u2019s consent is required (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.gesetze-im-internet.de\/bgb\/__554.html\">Section 554 German Civil Code<\/a> \/ <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gesetze-im-internet.de\/woeigg\/__20.html\">Section 20 Condominium Act)<\/a><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>Building permit<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"21\" data-end=\"47\"><strong data-start=\"21\" data-end=\"47\">No permit required if:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"49\" data-end=\"225\">\n<li data-start=\"49\" data-end=\"92\">\n<p data-start=\"51\" data-end=\"92\">Maximum average wall height of 3 meters<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"93\" data-end=\"135\">\n<p data-start=\"95\" data-end=\"135\">Maximum floor area of 30 square meters<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"136\" data-end=\"171\">\n<p data-start=\"138\" data-end=\"171\">Location within a built-up area<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"172\" data-end=\"225\">\n<p data-start=\"174\" data-end=\"225\">No differing requirements in the development plan<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"227\" data-end=\"434\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"><strong data-start=\"227\" data-end=\"249\">Setback distances:<\/strong><br data-start=\"249\" data-end=\"252\" \/>Generally, a distance of 3 meters to the neighboring property is required. Construction directly on the property boundary is permitted with a maximum length of 9 meters per boundary.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>Fines and inspections<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"27\" data-end=\"181\"><strong data-start=\"27\" data-end=\"41\">Penalties:<\/strong> Fines of up to \u20ac500 may be imposed for violations. Example: In 2015, a garage owner was fined over \u20ac500 for using a garage as a hobby room.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"183\" data-end=\"219\"><strong data-start=\"183\" data-end=\"219\">Inspections may be triggered by:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"221\" data-end=\"336\">\n<li data-start=\"221\" data-end=\"250\">\n<p data-start=\"223\" data-end=\"250\">Complaints from neighbors<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"251\" data-end=\"303\">\n<p data-start=\"253\" data-end=\"303\">Reports to the public order office (Ordnungsamt)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"304\" data-end=\"336\">\n<p data-start=\"306\" data-end=\"336\">Notifications from landlords<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"338\" data-end=\"466\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"><strong data-start=\"338\" data-end=\"352\">Important:<\/strong> Inspections must be announced in advance. In the event of damage, insurance companies may refuse to pay benefits.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>Renting out a garage<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"26\" data-end=\"82\">Many landlords in NRW include clear contractual clauses:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"84\" data-end=\"261\">\n<li data-start=\"84\" data-end=\"148\">\n<p data-start=\"86\" data-end=\"148\"><strong data-start=\"86\" data-end=\"105\">Designated use:<\/strong> \u201cexclusively for parking motor vehicles\u201d<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"149\" data-end=\"200\">\n<p data-start=\"151\" data-end=\"200\">Explicit specification of permitted accessories<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"201\" data-end=\"261\">\n<p data-start=\"203\" data-end=\"261\">Prohibition of misuse of purpose, including consequences<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"263\" data-end=\"364\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">There is no general obligation to rent out vacant garages, but local municipal regulations may apply.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>Practical tips<\/h3>\n<ol>\n<li data-start=\"20\" data-end=\"79\">\n<p data-start=\"22\" data-end=\"79\"><strong data-start=\"22\" data-end=\"41\">Take inventory:<\/strong> Remove bicycles \u2013 prohibited in NRW<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"80\" data-end=\"162\">\n<p data-start=\"82\" data-end=\"162\"><strong data-start=\"82\" data-end=\"112\">Observe fire safety rules:<\/strong> Store only permitted amounts of gasoline\/diesel<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"163\" data-end=\"237\">\n<p data-start=\"165\" data-end=\"237\"><strong data-start=\"165\" data-end=\"198\">Keep the parking space clear:<\/strong> It must be fully usable at all times<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"238\" data-end=\"315\">\n<p data-start=\"240\" data-end=\"315\"><strong data-start=\"240\" data-end=\"272\">Review the rental agreement:<\/strong> Strictly comply with contractual clauses<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"316\" data-end=\"377\" data-is-last-node=\"\">\n<p data-start=\"318\" data-end=\"377\" data-is-last-node=\"\"><strong data-start=\"318\" data-end=\"332\">If unsure:<\/strong> Contact the local building control authority<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"38\" data-end=\"197\"><strong data-start=\"38\" data-end=\"87\">Is there a separate garage regulation in NRW?<\/strong><br data-start=\"87\" data-end=\"90\" \/>No. Since 2009, the regulations have been integrated into <a href=\"https:\/\/recht.nrw.de\/lmi\/owa\/br_text_anzeigen?v_id=4620100107092033646\">the Special Building Regulation (SBauVO)<\/a>, Part 5.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"199\" data-end=\"333\"><strong data-start=\"199\" data-end=\"231\">Why are bicycles prohibited?<\/strong><br data-start=\"231\" data-end=\"234\" \/>NRW argues that bicycles take up space and interfere with the use of the garage for motor vehicles.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"335\" data-end=\"446\"><strong data-start=\"335\" data-end=\"366\">How high are the penalties?<\/strong><br data-start=\"366\" data-end=\"369\" \/>Up to \u20ac500 for violations. Higher fines may apply in cases of serious misuse.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"448\" data-end=\"568\"><strong data-start=\"448\" data-end=\"491\">Am I allowed to charge my electric car?<\/strong><br data-start=\"491\" data-end=\"494\" \/>Yes, explicitly permitted. Installing a wallbox does not require approval.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"570\" data-end=\"733\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"><strong data-start=\"570\" data-end=\"602\">Do I need a building permit?<\/strong><br data-start=\"602\" data-end=\"605\" \/>No, not if the garage is a maximum of 30 m\u00b2 in size, has a wall height of up to 3 meters, and is located within a built-up area.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>Conclusion<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"16\" data-end=\"84\">NRW has the strictest garage regulations in Germany. The key points:<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"86\" data-end=\"344\">\u2705 Garages may only be used for motor vehicles<br data-start=\"131\" data-end=\"134\" \/>\u2705 Bicycles are prohibited in small garages (a specific NRW rule)<br data-start=\"198\" data-end=\"201\" \/>\u2705 Electric vehicles and wallboxes are permitted<br data-start=\"248\" data-end=\"251\" \/>\u2705 Fines of up to \u20ac500<br data-start=\"272\" data-end=\"275\" \/>\u2705 Regulations are set out in the Special Building Regulation (SBauVO)<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"346\" data-end=\"542\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">These rules pursue important objectives: fire safety, traffic safety, and the preservation of parking space. Take the regulations seriously \u2014 a brief review can help you avoid unnecessary trouble.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>Planning a garage in NRW?<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"31\" data-end=\"416\">As an experienced garage manufacturer, we at ZAPF Garagen are very familiar with the strict requirements of the NRW Special Building Regulation. Our prefabricated garages comply with the relevant building law requirements in North Rhine-Westphalia in accordance with approvals and type statics \u2014 from fire protection requirements and setback distances to minimum structural dimensions.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"418\" data-end=\"551\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.zapf-garagen.de\/en\/contact-us\/\">Get in touch with us<\/a> \u2014 together we will find the perfect garage solution that meets all legal requirements in North Rhine-Westphalia.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>References<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"16\" data-end=\"85\">This article is based on the following sources and legal foundations:<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"87\" data-end=\"113\"><strong data-start=\"87\" data-end=\"113\">NRW legal regulations:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"115\" data-end=\"533\">\n<li data-start=\"115\" data-end=\"319\">\n<p data-start=\"117\" data-end=\"319\">Regulation on the Construction and Operation of Special Buildings (Special Building Regulation \u2013 SBauVO) \u2013 Part 5: Garages (Sections 121\u2013142), version dated September 30, 2022<br data-start=\"292\" data-end=\"295\" \/>Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/recht.nrw.de\/lmi\/owa\/br_text_anzeigen?v_id=4620100107092033646\">RECHT.NRW.DE<\/a><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"320\" data-end=\"413\">\n<p data-start=\"322\" data-end=\"413\">Building Code for the State of North Rhine-Westphalia (BauO NRW 2018) dated July 21, 2018<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"414\" data-end=\"478\">\n<p data-start=\"416\" data-end=\"478\">Regulation on Structural Engineering Inspections (BauPr\u00fcfVO)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"479\" data-end=\"533\">\n<p data-start=\"481\" data-end=\"533\">Section 2 (8) BauO NRW \u2013 Parking space requirement<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"535\" data-end=\"565\"><strong data-start=\"535\" data-end=\"565\">Federal legal foundations:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"567\" data-end=\"735\">\n<li data-start=\"567\" data-end=\"645\">\n<p data-start=\"569\" data-end=\"645\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gesetze-im-internet.de\/bgb\/__554.html\">Section 554 German Civil Code (BGB)<\/a> \u2013 Structural alterations by the tenant<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"646\" data-end=\"735\">\n<p data-start=\"648\" data-end=\"735\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gesetze-im-internet.de\/woeigg\/__20.html\">Section 20 Condominium Act (WEG)<\/a> \u2013 Structural alterations (condominium ownership law)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"737\" data-end=\"761\"><strong data-start=\"737\" data-end=\"761\">Technical standards:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"763\" data-end=\"918\">\n<li data-start=\"763\" data-end=\"835\">\n<p data-start=\"765\" data-end=\"835\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vde.com\/de\/fnn\/themen\/tar\/tar-niederspannung\/tar-niederspannung-vde-ar-n-4100\">DIN VDE standards<\/a> \u2013 Electrical requirements for wallbox installation<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"836\" data-end=\"918\">\n<p data-start=\"838\" data-end=\"918\">Technical Connection Rules for Low Voltage (TAR) \u2013 Grid connection regulations<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"920\" data-end=\"942\"><strong data-start=\"920\" data-end=\"942\">Model regulations:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"944\" data-end=\"992\">\n<li data-start=\"944\" data-end=\"992\">\n<p data-start=\"946\" data-end=\"992\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.is-argebau.de\/verzeichnis.aspx?id=991&amp;o=759O986O991\">Model Garage Regulation (M-GarVO) of ARGEBAU<\/a><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"994\" data-end=\"1019\"><strong data-start=\"994\" data-end=\"1019\">Professional sources:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1021\" data-end=\"1330\">\n<li data-start=\"1021\" data-end=\"1096\">\n<p data-start=\"1023\" data-end=\"1096\"><a href=\"https:\/\/sicherheitsingenieur.nrw\/garagenverordnung-in-nordrhein-westfalen\/\">Sicherheitsingenieur.NRW<\/a> \u2013 Garage regulations in North Rhine-Westphalia<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1097\" data-end=\"1149\">\n<p data-start=\"1099\" data-end=\"1149\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bussgeldkataloge.de\/garagenverordnung-nrw\/\">Bussgeldkataloge.de<\/a> \u2013 Garage regulations for NRW<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1150\" data-end=\"1216\">\n<p data-start=\"1152\" data-end=\"1216\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.archinet.de\/garagenverordnung-nrw\/\">Archinet.de<\/a> \u2013 Garage regulations in NRW: rules and obligations<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1217\" data-end=\"1284\">\n<p data-start=\"1219\" data-end=\"1284\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aroundhome.de\/garage\/verordnung-baugenehmigung\/nrw\/\">Aroundhome.de<\/a> \u2013 Building permits and garage regulations for NRW<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1285\" data-end=\"1330\">\n<p data-start=\"1287\" data-end=\"1330\">Wikipedia \u2013 Garage regulations (overview)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"1332\" data-end=\"1355\"><strong data-start=\"1332\" data-end=\"1355\">Additional sources:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1357\" data-end=\"1558\">\n<li data-start=\"1357\" data-end=\"1443\">\n<p data-start=\"1359\" data-end=\"1443\">Hazardous Substances Ordinance and TRGS (Technical Rules for Hazardous Substances)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1444\" data-end=\"1558\">\n<p data-start=\"1446\" data-end=\"1558\">Ministry of Home Affairs, Local Government, Building and Digitalisation of the State of North Rhine-Westphalia<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"1560\" data-end=\"1807\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"><strong data-start=\"1560\" data-end=\"1575\">Disclaimer:<\/strong><br data-start=\"1575\" data-end=\"1578\" \/>This article is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Regulations may change. 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