The housing subsidy is a necessary measure. Low-income Carinthians must be supported in their basic need for housing; therefore, affordable housing must also continue to be guaranteed without fail.
Granting of housing subsidies in Carinthia
Official Name of Signatory
State of Carinthia (Austria)
Delegation
Europe
Website of the Signatory
Name of the person presenting the Good Practice
Mag. Thomas Reiter
Position/Job Title of person presenting the Good Practice
Head of sub-department
Aim of the Good Practice
The creation of affordable housing in Carinthia is achieved by granting housing assistance; the housing assistance in Carinthia is calculated from the difference between chargeable and reasonable housing expenses. The chargeable housing expense is based on the amount of the rent of the flat subject to the application - the reasonable housing expense is based on the amount of the applicant's income. More in extra Document.
Target Group of the Good Practice
Low-income Carinthians; young families
Implementation period
Housing assistance is granted for a maximum period of 1 year; after that, a new application is necessary.
Consistency over time
Affordable housing was created in Carinthia and has proven its worth so far. Housing subsidy is a very important support and therefore absolutely necessary, especially in times of economic crisis.
Evaluation of the Good Practice
Housing subsidies have proven to be a necessary support service.
Key stakeholders and partnerships
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Future Goal 1
To continue to provide affordable housing.
Future Goal 2
To support socially disadvantaged Carinthians in their basic need for housing
Future Goal 3
To enable Carinthians to have a future worth living.