Overview

• Ludwigshafen plans a significant increase in its property tax rate from 540 to 817 percent, citing new federal property tax calculation rules.
• The city administration in Ludwigshafen emphasizes that the reform is not intended to generate additional revenue but acknowledges concerns over potential cost increases for residents.
• In contrast, several municipalities in the Meißen district, including Meißen, Moritzburg, and Klipphausen, are lowering their property tax rates to offset financial burdens on citizens.
• Meißen is introducing a zero-percent rate for buildable but unused land to encourage development and address housing shortages, marking a unique approach under the new rules.
• The nationwide property tax reform aims to standardize assessments but has led to varying local adjustments, with some municipalities still finalizing their rates for 2025.