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"Residents in Munich's Gartenstadt district are up in arms over building plans"
Let's talk about the garden city of Harlaching, a charming, secluded settlement nestled in Isarhöhe forest. You might've heard of it, but the average Munich resident wouldn't suspect its existence, passing by on a tram.
Herbert Schneeberger, a long-time resident, is feeling uneasy about the place's future. You see, an investor's planning to build a three-story building, complete with an attic, on Reinekestraße—a surprise to the neighborhood, which hasn't experienced such development yet.
Reinekestraße Redevelopment: Concerns Aroused, Character Lost?
Schneeberger's worried; the peaceful, idyllic charm of Harlaching is at stake. "It's the settlement's in an uproar," he tells Hallo. The proximity to the Menterschwaige's densification only heightens the concern. He explains that the approval of a property with additional floors could potentially change the settlement's character.
Initially, the local building commission (LBK) agreed with Schneeberger. They rejected the plans in 2021, citing a more minor-scale development as their reference. However, the investor proposed a lawsuit, and the Bavarian Administrative Court sided with him, stating the new house would fit in and serve as a model for constructions with three full floors.
The Reference Game: Is It Fair?
Schneeberger's not convinced. He argues that the reference building at the settlement entrance only has two full floors on the street side, while the lower one resembles a type of basement due to the slope.
Andreas Dorsch from the Bürgerinitiative Gartenstadt Harlaching association knows what investors are up to—pushing the heights of new buildings in green fringe areas higher. He recalls a contentious project in Harthauserstraße 87 in 2010, where a four-story construction made waves.
No Word from the Developer
The developer on Reinekestraße intends to build eleven apartments, offering up to 125 square meters of space. Despite several attempts, Hallo couldn't reach the developer for a comment. Schneeberger remains determined, promising to appeal and mentioning the support of many residents ready to contribute to a crowdfunding campaign.
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No significant information about the controversy surrounding the proposed three-story building in Harlaching could be found in accessible news sources or community forums. To obtain more accurate and up-to-date information, it would be advisable to reach out to local representatives or follow official Harlaching channels.
In the midst of thePending Reinekestraße Redevelopment, there are concerns about the potential loss of Harlaching's character, a garden city renowned for its peaceful lifestyle and home-and-garden appeal. The proposed three-story building, if built, may alter the settlement's tranquil ambiance, as argued by long-time resident Herbert Schneeberger and the Bürgerinitiative Gartenstadt Harlaching association.
