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Pulheim Tackles Affordable Housing and Daycare for Parents

Pulheim's innovative housing projects and daycare initiatives are making life easier for parents. Other municipalities can learn from their success.

In this image there are a few kids wearing bags are standing with a smile on their face, around...
In this image there are a few kids wearing bags are standing with a smile on their face, around them there are houses.

Pulheim Tackles Affordable Housing and Daycare for Parents

Parents in Pulheim and across Germany face challenges in accessing affordable housing and quality daycare services. Municipalities are stepping up to address these issues, with innovative solutions and ambitious goals.

Pulheim has set a clear target to improve access to social housing. It aims to achieve this through sustainable funding, promoting affordable rentals, and developing housing concepts for lower-income families and seniors. Additionally, initiatives like 'Aus LEER wird MEHR' are transforming vacant buildings into homes, supporting affordable housing without consuming new land.

Nearly half of parents prioritise affordable housing, and municipalities can play a crucial role. They can create affordable daycare spaces and modify zoning bylaws to increase access. Moreover, enhancing social housing can help tackle this issue. Parents also value services like libraries (80% satisfaction) and safe, adapted parks (76% satisfaction).

Work-life-study balance is a significant challenge for parents of young children, with 90% seeking better activities. Nearly half want their municipality to promote quality educational daycare services.

Pulheim's approach to affordable housing shows promise. Municipalities can learn from such initiatives to improve access to both housing and quality daycare services, supporting parents' needs and enhancing their satisfaction with local services.

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