Overview

• The program provides ILB loans capped at 1% interest with a total volume of up to €500 million running until 2029.
• Municipalities may borrow up to €10 million per year, while districts and independent cities may borrow up to €15 million.
• Standard maturities are 10 years with repayment, extendable to a maximum of 20 years.
• Eligible investments include bridges, roads, cycle paths, climate projects, childcare facilities, schools and public transport.
• The package complements the federal infrastructure special fund, with about €1.5 billion earmarked for municipalities and €50 million in state grants planned.