Wohnungsaufsicht
If there is a non-structural defect in your apartment, if there is less than 9 square meters of living space available for people or if the owner has not carried out repairs, you can report this to the housing inspectorate.
Basic information
In principle, owners have a vested interest in maintaining and improving their residential property in a usable condition.
Unfortunately, however, it is repeatedly observed that owners neglect the maintenance and care of rented accommodation and thus fail to fulfill their obligation to maintain the accommodation and adapt it to certain minimum requirements. As a result, there are considerable defects (deficiencies) in the condition of the living space, which significantly impair its use for residential purposes.
The Bremen Housing Supervision Act (BremWAG) was passed by the Senate to enable the authorities to counteract this.
As part of housing supervision, residential buildings, apartments and living spaces are inspected by the authorities in order to be able to take any necessary measures in accordance with the BremWAG.
Significant deficiencies for residential use (deficiencies) exist if, for example
- there is insufficient natural lighting and ventilation,
- ceilings, walls, floors, roofs, windows and doors do not provide adequate protection against moisture and the effects of the weather.
- energy, water supply and drainage connections are not available or cannot be used,
- the functionality of the central heating system, electricity or water supply is not ensured
- a heating system or fireplace is not available, usable or functional
- water connections, toilets or bathrooms cannot be used properly or are not available
- there is no connection for a kitchen or kitchenette
- the entrances to the residential buildings from the outdoor facilities are not usable
- inner courtyards and children's play areas are not functional or usable
