die Baupolizei
Translation
building inspection authority, building police, construction supervision office
Examples
Die Baupolizei kontrolliert die Baustelle.
The building inspection authority is checking the construction site.
Eine Genehmigung der Baupolizei ist nötig.
A permit from the building inspection authority is necessary.
Grammar Patterns
to inform the building authority Man muss die Baupolizei informieren.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Bauaufsichtsbehörde, Bauamt
Etymology
Composed of 'Bau' (construction) and 'Polizei' (police). Literally 'construction police'.
Memory Tips
Think of it as the 'police' for 'Bau' (construction), enforcing building regulations.