Lease increase for Wolgaster allotment gardens: 250% more by 2028!
Lease increase for Wolgaster allotment gardens: 250% more by 2028!
In a groundbreaking decision, the city council of Wolgast has decided to increase the lease interest for allotment gardens. The tenants in Wolgast currently pay 4 cents per square meter, which will increase to 10 cents from 2026 and from 2028 to 15 cents per square meter. This means that the lease interest rate for an average parcel of around 400 square meters from current 16 euros will increase to an impressive 60 euros annually. Mayor Martin Schröter describes the increase as "moderate" because no adjustments had been made since the turn. This decision has an impact on around 1200 allotments in the city, which take on an area of 359,210 square meters. According to the calculations, the annual proceeds will increase from the lease increase from 14,368 euros to 53,881 euros from 2028. Ostsee-Zeitung reports that from 2025 Taxation of arbours does not apply, which will give the city less income of around 8,500 euros.
Apart from the new financial framework conditions, an urban working group led by Hans-Joachim Möws will also be set up in order to carry out a comprehensive examination of all allotment gardens in Wolgast. This group will determine whether the plots are actually allotment gardens. Among other things, the enclosure, the existing structures and the use of the areas are examined. The results of this inspection are to be presented to the public this year.allotment gardens and their legal framework
Allotment gardens not only offer a retreat for nature lovers, but also the opportunity to do gardening. But what should allotment tenants legally consider? According to the Federal Kleinsgarten Act (BKleingG), you have to actively get involved in the club and observe the recognized customs. Each member is not only responsible for their garden, but also for the maintenance of the common areas and must take part in the costs for supply services. Violations of the rules can lead to termination of the lease. It is therefore important for the tenants to be clear about their rights and obligations in order to avoid legal problems at any time. Anwalt.de emphasizes that the size of the gardens and arbor is also subject to strict requirements in order to protect the character of the allotment garden systems.
Another important innovation affects the property tax for allotment gardens, which has been regulated since the property tax reform. Every property owner, including the owner of allotment gardens and orchards, must submit a property tax declaration. The deadline for this ended on January 31, 2023. It is important that the owner registered in the land register submits the explanation, since the tenants themselves are not responsible for this. A look at the corresponding guidelines shows that land with arcades over 24 square meters are classified as residential plots. This has a direct impact on the tax assessment. In the long term, allotment garden associations that manage these areas must also meet the tax regulations. [Buhl.de] (https://www.buhl.de/steuer/ratberger/grund tax-kleingarten/) that the evaluation factors are determined depending on the type of use of the plots.
Overall, the new regulations for the allotment gardeners in Wolgast have both challenges and opportunities. While the lease increase increases the financial burdens, there is also a clear framework for the future of the allotment gardens. The preservation of a decent and functioning allotment garden association remains essential for horticultural coexistence in the region.
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