Violetta Bock becomes managing director of the North Hesse Tenants' Association: An analysis of the current housing market situation in Kassel

Violetta Bock becomes managing director of the North Hesse Tenants' Association: An analysis of the current housing market situation in Kassel

According to a report from www.hna.de, Violetta Bock talks about her new role at the North Hesse Tenants' Association. She will work there as managing director from February 1st. In the interview, Ms. Bock speaks about the worsening situation for tenants on the tense Kassel housing market.

The current price increases on the rental housing market and the poor condition of many apartments represent major problems. Some landlords are taking advantage of people's plight and offering their properties at inflated prices. This leads to precarious housing conditions, especially for vulnerable groups such as refugees, who are often unable to assert their right to decent housing. Furthermore, many apartments have unclear ownership conditions, which makes contact with the landlord more difficult.

Politicians are required to address the general housing shortage. A binding social housing quota should be introduced to promote price-controlled housing. Without public funding, many construction projects would no longer be profitable. In addition, the inventory must be protected and kept inexpensive. Concrete help for tenants, organized by the tenants' association, as well as training for members to provide on-site advice, are other important tasks.

The introduction of a binding social housing quota and increased support for price-controlled housing could lead to a better supply of affordable housing. In addition, low-threshold on-site counseling services could improve the housing situation of many tenants and contribute to better enforcement of their rights.

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