Overview
- Officials highlighted the federal Bau‑Turbo law, in force since 30 October, to bypass some local zoning steps for new builds, extensions and rooftop additions.
- Munich’s Dieter Reiter urged cutting standards and accelerating permits, warning delays translate into higher rents for residents.
- Building Minister Christian Bernreiter backed the simplified Type E, citing about 15% cost reductions across 19 pilot projects.
- Bernreiter flagged a €300 million autumn package and a €600 million winter package for housing support, with adjusted payout conditions to manage demand.
- Speakers stressed limits and risks as municipalities retain design authority, calling for quality densification and noting modular and cooperative models delivering roughly €13–14 per m² rents in local examples.