die Landesdirektion
Translation
state directorate, regional authority
Examples
Die Landesdirektion ist für die Genehmigung zuständig.
The state directorate is responsible for the approval.
Er arbeitet bei der Landesdirektion in der Abteilung Bau.
He works at the state directorate in the construction department.
Grammar Patterns
to be responsible ((for sth.)) The state directorate is responsible for building permits.
to work ((at/for sth.)) He works for the state directorate.
Similar Words
district government, regional council
Etymology
A compound of 'Landes' (of the state) and 'Direktion' (directorate, management).
Memory Tips
Think of it as the 'directorate' ('Direktion') that manages a 'Land' (state).