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# Munich model - rented flat

## Summary

The Munich Model offers affordable housing for middle-income households (initial rent from around 12 euros per square metre). An application must be submitted for this.
## Description

Munich is one of the most expensive cities in Germany. For this reason, the City of Munich has launched the "Munich Model" municipal subsidy programme to create affordable housing for middle-income households. Munich Model flats cost more than [state-subsidised flats](https://stadt.muenchen.de/service/info/soziale-wohnraumversorgung/1073964/)
("social housing"), but are cheaper than flats on the open rental market.


To be allowed to rent such a flat, you must fulfil certain requirements. The Office for Housing and Migration will check this and issue a Munich Model Decision upon application.


You can then use this decision to apply directly to the landlords of the München Modell flats. The tenancy agreement is concluded directly between the landlords/cooperatives and the tenants without any further involvement of the office.


## Responsible Department

SOZ
## Required Documents

* Proof of income (e.g. salary/wage slips for the last 3 months, SGB II/ SGB XII notification (all pages), last tax assessment notice)
* Identity card, passport or residence permit
* if applicable, confirmation of pregnancy (maternity record or medical certificate)
* if applicable, proof of custody or [declaration of child(ren) in separate households](https://stadt.muenchen.de/dam/jcr:de888d78-ea86-446b-bf6a-5beca1014a0b/LHM_Erklaerung_Kinder_in_getrennten_Haushalten.pdf)

## Prerequisites

* Compliance with income limits:  
  
  The [income limits](https://stadt.muenchen.de/dam/jcr:a9494c83-48a4-4cf1-a3d6-6f5d6f05e676/LHM_Einkommensgrenze_Muenchen_Modell.pdf) decided by the city council apply . If the income of your household exceeds this limit, the application will be rejected
* Household affiliation (according to Art. 4 BayWoFG)
  + Cohabiting partners can only be registered jointly if they are in a so-called long-term partnership. Indications are, in particular, a relationship of at least two years and the care of joint children.
  + The household generally includes (from the applicant's or (spouse's) partner's point of view)  
    - Children (including foster children)
    - Parents, (great-)grandparents
    - (Great-)grandchildren
    - Brother/sister
    - Father-in-law/mother-in-law, son-in-law/daughter-in-law, brother-in-law/sister-in-law
  + Not included in the household (no joint registration possible):
    - Uncle, aunt, cousin, nephew, niece, distant relatives and other persons
* habitual residence/ main residence in Germany
* sufficient residence status for foreign flat seekers
  + authorising, for example: Settlement permit (§ 9 AufenthG), residence permit for humanitarian reasons (§ 25 AufenthG)
  + not authorising, for example: Tolerated stay (§ 60a AufenthG)

## Please Note

You can submit your Munich Model application online on [SOWON](https://sowon.muenchen.de/) or using the [paper form](https://stadt.muenchen.de/dam/jcr:2c004a36-7285-4d07-896c-2ce5c55f434d/LHM_Antrag_Muenchen_Modell_Miete_mit_Verdienstbescheinigung.pdf).

The München Modell flats are not offered on SOWON, but are allocated directly by the landlords. You can see where you can find current housing offers in the [Questions & Answers](https://stadt.muenchen.de/service/info/soziale-wohnraumversorgung/1080518/#k-sf20) section [.](https://stadt.muenchen.de/service/info/soziale-wohnraumversorgung/1080518/#k-sf20)

## Fee Range

No fees are charged for processing the application.

## Processing Time

We process all applications one after the other. Due to the large number of applications received, processing times can unfortunately take around 4 months. You can view the processing status of your application[onSOWON](https://sowon.muenchen.de/)(under "Applications"). Therefore, please refrain from enquiring about the processing status in the meantime. We will process your application as quickly as possible.

## Legal Basis

* Bavarian Housing Binding Act (BayWoBindG)
* Bavarian Housing Promotion Act (BayWoFG)

## Questions and Answers

 
### How do I get an appointment for a personal consultation?

 

The easiest and quickest way to get an appointment is to use our [contact form](http://sowon.muenchen.de/SOWON/shared/kontakt.jsf). You can also deal with many issues directly here (e.g. report changes and upload documents, report technical problems with SOWON, request a new password, ask general questions). We will clarify your request as quickly as possible and call you back if necessary.

Alternatively, you can also request an appointment via the service telephone 089 233-96820.

After making an appointment, you will receive an appointment confirmation from us. Please bring this with you to the appointment.  


   
### How/where can I find Munich Model flats?

 

With your München Modell Bescheid you can apply directly to the landlords of München Modell flats. The Office for Housing and Migration is no longer involved in the search for and allocation of München Modell flats after the decision has been issued.

You can find current housing offers, for example, via property advertisements in newspapers or the usual property portals on the Internet such as [ImmobilienScout24](https://www.immobilienscout24.de/) or [ImmoWelt.](https://www.immowelt.de/) Building cooperatives often present their projects in the [project exchange](https://www.mitbauzentrale-muenchen.de/projektboerse.html) of mitbauzentrale München, an independent advice centre for communal living.

  


   
### What is the difference between München Modell Miete and München Modell Genossenschaften?

 

München Modell Wohnungen are available for tenants (München Modell Miete) and for cooperative members (München Modell Genossenschaften). " [Information on the programmes](https://stadt.muenchen.de/infos/muenchen-modell-miete.html).

A co-operative is an association of people with the aim of promoting the social, economic or cultural interests of its members through joint economic activity. In order to rent a co-operative flat, you must be or become a member of the respective co-operative. Instead of a rental deposit, you then pay for the co-operative shares.

The München Modell Bescheid applies to both programmes. You only need to submit one application. You can then use the notification to apply directly to the landlord or co-operative. They allocate the flat on their own responsibility, i.e. without further involvement of the Office for Housing and Migration.

   
### How long is the Munich Model decision valid for?

 

The decision is valid for one or two years, depending on your income. If you do not find suitable accommodation during this period, you can submit a new application. Please note our [processing times](https://stadt.muenchen.de/service/info/soziale-wohnraumversorgung/1080518/#k-sf18) and submit your repeat application in good time.  


   
### How high is the future rent?

 

The initial rent (for newly built flats) is around 12 euros per square metre (net cold) per month. Rent increases are subject to municipal regulations that go beyond the statutory provisions of the German Civil Code (BGB). For example, the rent must remain at least 15 per cent below the local comparative rent for each adjustment. Further information can be found in the ["Munich Model Rent" information sheet](https://stadt.muenchen.de/dam/jcr:d5701d44-cc28-4124-a817-50c685e1363c/2022_MM-Miete_Infoblatt_Stand%20110722.pdf) under "First-time tenancy rent and other regulations".  


   
### Further questions about the Munich Model application?

 

Please use our [help pages](https://stadt.muenchen.de/buergerservice/wohnen-meldewesen/mieten/sowon-hilfe.html).

You can also find further information on online application via [SOWON](https://sowon.muenchen.de/) in the [flyer "Online application for housing"](https://www.muenchen.de/rathaus/dam/jcr:04ed7923-3bfb-4627-9b22-a0d8d94853f2/SOZ_Wohnungsantrag_Online_20200518.pdf) or in our [explanatory video](https://www.youtube.com/watch?app=desktop&v=RVmOTdImwuA).  


   
## Further Links

* [Rents in Munich](https://stadt.muenchen.de/buergerservice/wohnen-meldewesen/mieten.html)
* [Housing exchange](https://stadt.muenchen.de/infos/wohnungsboerse.html)
* [Housing benefit](https://stadt.muenchen.de/service/info/10245406/n0/)
* [Specialist centre for the prevention of homelessness](https://stadt.muenchen.de/service/info/1074126/n0/)
* [Help for the homeless](https://stadt.muenchen.de/service/info/10129/n0/)
* [Subsidised housing ("social housing"](https://stadt.muenchen.de/service/info/soziale-wohnraumversorgung/1073964/)
* [Application form Munich Model Rent](https://stadt.muenchen.de/dam/jcr:2c004a36-7285-4d07-896c-2ce5c55f434d/LHM_Antrag_Muenchen_Modell_Miete_mit_Verdienstbescheinigung.pdf)
* [Certificate of income](https://stadt.muenchen.de/dam/jcr:0439f9e6-7808-410b-81bd-16cd3f2fd083/LHM_Verdienstbescheinigung.pdf)
* [Confirmation of income after receipt of parental allowance](https://stadt.muenchen.de/dam/jcr:f69f09d1-2e5a-40bd-9a05-f3d075c16421/LHM%20Erkl%C3%A4rung%20Elterngeld%20Einkommen%20(gef%C3%B6rderte%20Wohnung).pdf)
* [Declaration of child(ren) in separate households](https://stadt.muenchen.de/dam/jcr:de888d78-ea86-446b-bf6a-5beca1014a0b/LHM_Erklaerung_Kinder_in_getrennten_Haushalten.pdf)
* [Income limit Munich Model](https://stadt.muenchen.de/dam/jcr:a9494c83-48a4-4cf1-a3d6-6f5d6f05e676/LHM_Einkommensgrenze_Muenchen_Modell.pdf)
* [Housing and mobility - a survey by the Technical University of Dortmund and the German Institute of Urban Affairs](https://muenchen.meinemobilitaet.net/)
* [Submit housing application online](https://sowon.muenchen.de/SOWON/anmelden.jsf)
* [Contact form](https://sowon.muenchen.de/kontakt)

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