Hello,
We have been on a potential interested parties list for a new housing development that is expected to be built within a foreseeable time frame for about a year now.
Yesterday, we received an “Expression of Interest - Response” from the city. Besides the usual details like name, address, etc., there were also some questions about the building style, the number of housing units, whether it’s a single-family house or something else. They also asked about the approximate plot size, when we plan to build, and what I find quite strange, “how much we are roughly willing to pay.” Do you think the city is already filtering potential candidates based on this or are they only accepting those who are willing to pay the most?
Additionally, the form needs to be signed, but I assume this is just non-binding, right? The title of this PDF makes me a bit cautious.
Thanks in advance for your help and opinions!
We have been on a potential interested parties list for a new housing development that is expected to be built within a foreseeable time frame for about a year now.
Yesterday, we received an “Expression of Interest - Response” from the city. Besides the usual details like name, address, etc., there were also some questions about the building style, the number of housing units, whether it’s a single-family house or something else. They also asked about the approximate plot size, when we plan to build, and what I find quite strange, “how much we are roughly willing to pay.” Do you think the city is already filtering potential candidates based on this or are they only accepting those who are willing to pay the most?
Additionally, the form needs to be signed, but I assume this is just non-binding, right? The title of this PDF makes me a bit cautious.
Thanks in advance for your help and opinions!
ypg schrieb:
I would specify everything as average and standard. [...] What you ultimately build doesn’t really matter later. I would phrase it differently: "... is not binding," and I would put it this way: I would answer honestly unless my wishes were unusual. The survey is meant to help match the mix of plots to the demand. It would be unwise to end up trapped within the range of options you yourself "requested." If many respondents want a "terraced house / row house," the plots will be divided accordingly narrow, and that would be a self-inflicted problem. So it’s better not to guess opportunistic answers—at least not to overdo it. For comparison, take a look at the mix of plots that resulted in the recently sold housing development.
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Tobibi schrieb:
No one can give you a definite answer. However, I think it’s unlikely; there will be an official application process with scoring and all the formalities. The local authority also needs to protect itself and doesn’t want to risk any legal challenges. Is there a general timeline or procedure for such an application process?
It depends on how far the plans have progressed. If there is a zoning plan or similar in place, an announcement is usually made through the municipal bulletin, the local government’s website, or other channels to inform you that you can apply. Then you fill out a form, which often includes criteria such as points for having children, being a local resident for a certain number of years, volunteering in the community, and similar factors. Points might be deducted if you already own a property. Often, the lower your income, the more points you receive. Eventually, you will be notified whether your application was successful or if you are placed on a waiting list.