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Rent increase for Wolgast allotment gardens: 250% more until 2028!
Wolgast will increase the rental fees for allotment gardens in two stages in 2026. Mayor Schröter describes the adjustment as moderate.
Rent increase for Wolgast allotment gardens: 250% more until 2028!
In a groundbreaking decision, the Wolgast city council has decided to increase the rent for allotment gardens. Tenants in Wolgast currently pay 4 cents per square meter, which will increase to 10 cents per square meter from 2026 and to 15 cents per square meter from 2028. This means that the rent for an average plot of around 400 square meters will rise from the current 16 euros to an impressive 60 euros annually. Mayor Martin Schröter describes the increase as “moderate” because no adjustments have been made since the fall of the Berlin Wall. This decision has an impact on around 1,200 allotment gardens in the city, which cover a total area of 359,210 square meters. According to the calculations, the annual revenue will increase from 14,368 euros to 53,881 euros from 2028 due to the rent increase. [Ostsee-Zeitung]. will result in reduced income of around 8,500 euros.
Aside from the new financial framework, a municipal working group led by Hans-Joachim Möws will also be set up to carry out a comprehensive audit of all allotment gardens in Wolgast. This group will determine whether the plots are actually allotments. Among other things, the fencing, the existing buildings and the use of the areas are examined. The results of this inspection are to be presented to the public later 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 do allotment tenants have to take into account legally? According to the Federal Allotment Garden Act (BKleingG), they must be actively involved in the association and observe recognized practices. Each member is responsible not only for their garden, but also for the care of the common areas and must contribute to the costs of utilities. Violations of the rules may result in termination of the lease. Therefore, it is important for 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 arbors is also subject to strict requirements in order to preserve the character of the allotment gardens.
Another important innovation concerns the property tax for allotment gardens, which has been newly regulated since the property tax reform. Every property owner, including owners of allotments and orchards, must submit a property tax return. The deadline for this ended on January 31, 2023. It is important that the owner registered in the land register submits the declaration, as the tenants themselves are not responsible for this. A look at the relevant specifications shows that properties with arbors over 24 square meters are classified as residential properties. This has a direct impact on tax assessment. In the long term, allotment garden associations that manage these areas must also comply with tax regulations. Buhl.de informs that the assessment factors are determined depending on the type of use of the plots.
Overall, the new regulations bring both challenges and opportunities for allotment gardeners in Wolgast. While the rent increase increases the financial burden, a clear framework for action for the future of the allotment gardens is also emerging. The maintenance of a proper and functioning allotment garden association remains essential for gardening coexistence in the region.