A major concern in the housing market is the tightening of rules on granting housing loans, known as the KIM regulation. Despite significant criticism, little has changed in this regard. Additionally, there is a pressing need for a solution to be implemented quickly to address the lack of activation of housing subsidies, especially for young families looking to build a house.
The federal government’s housing package has yet to reach the people due to lead times involved in building houses. Wolf hopes that all federal states will have completed their work by the end of the summer. However, it is crucial to give young families the opportunity to own property for both personal and economic reasons. Offering attractive subsidies with favorable interest rates for a term of 20 to 25 years would be a solution to the housing crisis.
In addition to new construction, there is a significant stock of old buildings that need affordable renovation options. Wolf emphasizes the importance of finding alternative solutions to constant building and sealing of land, suggesting increased density and building height as possible solutions.
Wolf criticizes external regulation such as renaturation law passed in Brussels and believes that Austria is already taking significant steps towards nature conservation and restoration. He questions the need for additional regulation and emphasizes the role of local governments and communities in environmental stewardship.
Overall, Wolf advocates for a more focused approach from the EU on core issues rather than unnecessary interference in local matters. He believes that the EU should prioritize initiatives that improve quality of life, prosperity, and peace for its citizens. In conclusion, addressing housing affordability, environmental sustainability, and EU governance in a thoughtful and responsible manner would benefit all citizens alike.
