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Housing Regulations for Single Individuals in Germany
A recent study has revealed that Berlin is currently facing a shortage of approximately 100,000 flats. In response to this housing deficit, the Berlin Senate has taken action by passing a new regulation to “make the best possible use of the existing housing stock”.
According to the new cooperation agreement between the Senate and the state-owned housing associations, single individuals will be more restricted in their search for housing in the foreseeable future. This will at least be the case for state-owned housing units.
Single individuals will only be allowed to move into ‘smaller apartments’, whilst ‘larger flats’ will be reserved for families.
This forthcoming regulation, set to take effect in 2024, is designed to maintain a balance between the household and flat size in new and re-rented flats.
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