Thirty residential units have been added to Rottachstrasse

In the heart of Munich, plans for the redevelopment of the Rottachsiedlung are taking shape. The project, led by Sozialbau, aims to create a modern and sustainable living space that addresses the urgent need for affordable housing.

Sozialbau, located at Rottachstraße 22, 24, has acquired 170 apartments in the Rottachsiedlung and plans to create new apartments in a replacement building for the remaining residents who do not wish to leave during construction.

The new building, planned to have five full floors, will be larger in length than the current building. It will blend into the surroundings, as there are both two- and ten-story buildings nearby. An extension of the building along Rottachstraße to the south, over the parking spaces, is aesthetically sensible, as suggested by the Design Advisory Board.

The replacement building will use a wooden hybrid construction method, contributing to its eco-friendly nature. A photovoltaic system is planned for the flat roof of the new building, further enhancing its sustainability.

The Design Advisory Board has proposed several changes to the layout of the new building. Storage rooms should be integrated into the apartments or placed in the attic area, rather than in cellars. This could provide additional noise protection for the inner courtyard, as suggested by the Design Advisory Board. The inner courtyard should remain vehicle-free, according to the Design Advisory Board.

However, the Design Advisory Board has also suggested a driveway into the inner courtyard for fire safety. While this would have significant advantages, it would also have disadvantages, including the felling of trees and potential inconvenience to residents.

The new building will house 29 subsidized apartments, compared to only 14 in the current building. This extension could provide much-needed affordable housing in the area.

If everything proceeds smoothly, construction could start by the end of 2026, according to Sozialbau Managing Director Martin Langenmaier. The exact investment volume is still unknown.

An urban planning study for the Rottachsiedlung redevelopment is expected to be available by the end of 2025. An architecture competition is anticipated to take place at the earliest in 2026.

With its focus on sustainability, affordable housing, and community-oriented design, the Rottachsiedlung redevelopment promises to be an exciting project for Munich.