How important and beneficial is an environment in which it is green and blooming, has become clear to many people in recent times. The city of Stuttgart supports the greening of open spaces, facades and roofs with up to up to 70 percent of the costs.

We are not only drawn to nature when we go on a weekend excursion, but also in our small green oases help us to relax and unwind. The backyards in Stuttgart offer many opportunities here. Whereas these were used to be asphalted, in the hot summers they offer more and more a cooling greening offers itself. What could be the reason for you to make it to make your home even more beautiful?

Whether for your own home, in ownership communities or even if you live for rent: Feel free to contact the advice center at the City of Stuttgart and secure tips on how to redesign your space. can.

Plants, trees and meadows reduce heat

"In addition to the higher quality of stay for people, the greening is good for the climate and species protection," says Gabriele Heusel-Voraus from the Office of Urban Planning and Housing. Plants bind dust and improve the microclimate, not only by providing shade: When moisture evaporates When moisture in the plants evaporates, heat is extracted from the environment. is extracted from the environment. Also, when water can slowly seep into the ground, this cools the environment.

The parking space in the yard does not necessarily have to disappear. "For example, you can plant columnar or small-crowned deciduous trees in the edge areas that provide shade in the summer," explains Heusel-Voraus. Seepage pavers or lawn paving. Low, insect-friendly perennials and wild herbs, which tolerate heat and dryness well, can settle in the open joints. settle in the open joints.

Roof gardens for recreation

The city of Stuttgart also promotes the greening of roofs and facades. "Garage roofs in particular lend themselves lend themselves to this," says Heusel-Voraus. "With a gravel cover, the Waterproofing already exists. It's very straightforward." Also Commercial buildings often have flat roofs. "Companies can create rooftop gardens that the workforce can use for recreation during their lunch break. can." Another option is to combine greening and photovoltaics. In this case, the photovoltaic modules are elevated and the and the optimum angle of inclination is set. Since planted roofs heat up less the solar system, thus increasing the efficiency of the solar system. solar system.


What does the Stuttgart Green Program promote?

Funding is provided for unsealing and and greening measures in courtyards, on roofs and on facades. This planning services, preparatory work and equipment. equipment.


How much funding is available?

Eligible for funding are 50 percent of the costs. The upper limit is 10,000 euros gross per measure, a total of 30,000 euros per property. For properties with high heat in built-up valleys in the Nesenbach and Neckar valleys, the subsidy rate is the subsidy rate is 70 percent, with subsidy limits of 15,000 euros and per measure or 45,000 euros per plot.

For extensive greening measures such as facade greening with climbing aids and roof greening of 100 m² or more and roof gardens of 50 m² or more, up to a gross amount of 30,000 per measure can be granted. The funding limit per per property remains at 30,000 euros gross or 45,000 euros.

What are the requirements?

Submit the subsidy application before you start the measure. In the case of smaller yards, no more than be more than 50 percent sealed, and in the case of larger yards, no more than one third. third. Permeable paving with lawn joints is credited pro rata credited. Pay attention to ecological criteria in design and maintenance. criteria. Only voluntary measures are eligible for funding.


Advice and contact

The city of Stuttgart offers a free consultation by telephone or on site. We will be happy to assist you with any questions you may have about the funding program.

Contact: State Capital Stuttgart, Office for Urban Planning and Housing,
Urban Greenery Funding Programs:
Phone 0711 216-20301E-mail
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urbanes.gruen@stuttgart.de









The guideline and funding application can be downloaded from the city's website: www.stuttgart.de/gruenprogramm