German Housing Minister Klara Geywitz has proposed that landlords share in future heating cost increases under the modern building modernization law.
Landlords would bear part of rising fuel expenses
Geywitz argued that if landlords choose to install new gas or oil heating systems — which the law will permit — they should not pass all resulting cost increases onto tenants. She noted that tenants have no influence over such installation decisions, yet face higher bills as fuel prices rise over time.
The proposal targets long-term affordability concerns
The minister emphasized that the measure aims to prevent disproportionate financial burdens on renters amid volatile energy markets. By linking landlord responsibility to their equipment choices, the policy seeks to align incentives toward more stable, efficient heating solutions.
What types of heating systems does the law allow landlords to install?
The source indicates the law will permit new gas or oil heating systems, though it does not specify restrictions on other technologies like heat pumps or district heating.
How would landlords‘ financial responsibility be determined?
The source does not detail a calculation method; Geywitz only stated that landlords should be „involved“ in cost increases resulting from their installation choices, without specifying a formula or percentage.
