"Urban Development Showcase in Munich's North: Proposal for a Thousand New Housing Units"
Author: Sascha Karowski
Synopsis:
Up to a thousand new apartments, eateries, and rooftop gardens are planned for Munich's Euro-Industrial Park, breathing life into the area and transforming it into a vibrant urban quarter.
Euro-Industrial Park: A New Act
Munich - Say goodbye to parking lots and wholesale markets, and hello to residential units, gastronomy, and lush rooftop gardens in Munich's Euro-Industrial Park! The Planning Committee of the City Council greenlit this transformation on June 4th.
A Long-Awaited Upgrade
The Euro-Industrial Park, sprawling over 215 hectares in the Freimann and Milbertshofen districts, is currently dominated by large, single-story markets of retail chains. Since 2022, the city council has eyed redevelopment, with industry relocating mainly along Maria-Probst-Straße, and residential development taking center stage in the refreshed quarter. Around 700 to 1000 apartments are set to rise, with shops, a kindergarten, a market square with outdoor dining, and a stage gracing the northern edge.
Going Greener
Emphasis will also be placed on making the area more eco-friendly, with an enhanced green corridor along the railway tracks and a focus on greenery, tree-lined streets, greened facades, inner courtyards, and rooftops. The goal is to focus on denser construction, less concrete, more open spaces, and creating a space that encourages people to stay and connect. A mobility house at Maria-Probst-Straße is also under consideration to ensure the district remains car-free and pedestrian-friendly.
Urban Evolution in Munich
Green councilor Florian Schoenemann expresses his enthusiasm for the project, saying, "The Euro-Industrial Park embodies the future direction of urban development in Munich. We're building above existing sealed areas, creating more space for green areas and improving the quality of life."
Shades of Change
While specific details about the redevelopment remain scarce, Munich's Euro-Industrial Park appears to be following a trend towards industrial, residential, and green space integration, echoing projects like the DBImm mixed-use scheme on a container site in Munich. The future of urban development in Munich seems poised to prioritize sustainability, green spaces, and integrated living, aligning with global trends in urban planning. But for precise updates on the Euro-Industrial Park redevelopment, keep your eyes peeled and your ears to the ground.
Worth a Gander
Additional insights:- DBImm Mixed-Use Scheme - Location: Container site in Munich - Timeline: A 15-year plan providing new housing, industrial buildings, infrastructure, and green spaces - Emphasis: Although specifics are not detailed, the project emphasizes a mix of residential, industrial, and green spaces, hinting at a model that Munich's projects might adopt.
- Urban Development Trends
- Mixed-Use: Future developments in Munich are likely to incorporate residential, commercial, and recreational spaces in a mixed-use model, like Westfield Hamburg-Überseequartier.
- Green Spaces: The inclusion of green spaces in urban projects is increasingly popular, aligning with global trends in sustainable urban planning.
- Sustainability: Munich's future projects will likely prioritize sustainability, aiming to include low-carbon initiatives, biodiversity, and greener spaces, similar to other European projects.
- Upcoming Projects
- Munich Arena: Although not directly related to residential or green space development, the planned Munich Arena project signifies Munich's commitment to large-scale, innovative projects.
In line with the transformation of Munich's Euro-Industrial Park, this revitalized quarter is anticipated to offer a shift in lifestyle to its future inhabitants, featuring not only residential units but also vibrant eateries and rooftop gardens. As part of the redevelopment, home-and-garden spaces, such as a market square, kindergarten, and lush green rooftops, will be integrated into the new urban quarter.
