Wohnungsaufsicht

In principle, owners have a vested interest in maintaining and improving their residential property in a usable condition.

Unfortunately, however, it is repeatedly found that the maintenance and care of rented housing is neglected by owners and thus the obligation to maintain the living space and adapt it to certain minimum requirements is not perceived. The consequence are considerable deficiencies (grievances) in the condition of the living space, which considerably impair the use for residential purposes.

In order to be able to counteract this on the part of the authorities, the Bremen Housing Supervision Act (BremWAG) was passed by the Senate.

Within the framework of housing supervision, residential buildings, flats and living spaces are inspected by the authorities in order to be able to initiate any necessary measures in accordance with the BremWAG.

Considerable deficiencies for the use for residential purposes (grievances) exist if for example

• there is insufficient natural lighting and ventilation,
• ceilings, walls, floors, roofs, windows and doors do not provide adequate protection against moisture and weathering.
• connections of energy, water supply and drainage are not available or cannot be used,
• the proper functioning of the central heating system, electricity or water supply is not ensured
• a heating system or fireplace is not present, usable or functional
• water connections, toilets or bathrooms cannot be used properly or are not available
• no connection for a kitchen or kitchenette is available
• the entrances to the residential buildings from the outdoor facilities are not usable
• courtyards and children's play areas are not functional or usable