German Housing Sector Warns Against Rollback of Heating Law

The Berlin-Brandenburg housing association calls for stability in climate policies as coalition talks consider changes to the controversial 2023 heating law.

The Building Energy Act, also known as the Heating Law, mandates a gradual phase-out of oil and gas heating systems to promote climate-friendly alternatives.
The Berlin-Brandenburg housing association opposes a full repeal of the law, arguing it would disrupt long-term planning and hinder CO2 reduction efforts.
The law, revised in 2023, caused significant public and municipal uncertainty due to its rapid implementation and complex requirements.
The CDU had pledged during its campaign to reverse the law, but coalition negotiations with the SPD suggest only partial amendments are likely.
Municipalities and housing companies are already investing in local heat planning tied to the law, emphasizing the need for policy continuity and financial predictability.