Berlin has space. So why is housing getting expensive? | DW News

The worsening housing crisis in big German cities is pushing politicians to rethink ideas that were once considered off-limits. Should protected public spaces be used for new homes? Should building standards be lowered? And could empty offices become apartments? Germany is famous for its rules. Now leaders are asking what rules they’re willing to make housing more affordable. We ask experts how feasible the ideas are. #dwgermanpolitics

Chapters:
0:00 Can Germany make affordable housing?
2:28 The main German cities affected
5:13 Why land is also a problem
7:57 The Templehof housing issue in Berlin
10:04 German govt gives financial incentives

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