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Germany's Housing Minister Plans Expropriation of "Junk Buildings" to Boost Construction Supply
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On March 17, the German Federal Ministry for Transport and Digital Infrastructure announced plans to grant municipalities expanded powers regarding housing construction through new building law amendments. The proposed legislation aims specifically at expropriating so-called junk buildings—properties that are structurally unsound or economically unviable—to accelerate urban development efforts across Germany's cities.
Key Points
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1The German Federal Ministry of Housing and Construction plans to grant municipalities expanded powers regarding building law changes.
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2A key proposal involves the potential expropriation ('Enteignung') so-called 'junk buildings' or vacant properties if necessary for new construction projects.
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3Minister Hubertz aims to accelerate these processes, with specific mention of faster timelines and simplified procedures in some regions like Berlin.
Developments
[Mar.17]
The Federal Ministry for Housing plans reforms including the potential expropriation so-called 'junk buildings' if necessary to facilitate new construction projects, with Minister Hubertz aiming at faster processes.
['> Mar 20']
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