Baumamt threatens Yurts residents Marius: evacuation in Upper Bavaria?

Baumamt threatens Yurts residents Marius: evacuation in Upper Bavaria?

Chiemgau, Deutschland - in Upper Bavaria, Marius Diab has lived in a yurt for over ten years, which he built from thrown away material. The 36-year-old began his way of life with a consumption strike, during which he lived away from thrown away things for four years. The aim was to draw attention to the immense waste of resources. A year ago he moved to Chiemgau to be closer to his four -year -old daughter. However, he now has a problem in the house: the building authority has set him a deadline until June 30th to move because the yurt is 250 meters from the next village outdoors and is therefore not allowed according to building law. Otherwise he threatens fines or even a compulsory evacuation. In addition, the building authority could not offer him a new location for his yurt.

Marius emphasizes that many people live in similar legal situations, which includes a wide range of forms of living-including yurts, weighing and tiny houses. In view of increasing housing shortage, DIAB hopes for a change in legislation that makes life in such alternative living forms easier. His search for a new place takes place under certain wishes: he is looking for a natural, quiet place with a water connection as well as infrastructure and a registration address. Marius Diab works as a climbing tree carer and lives with two cats in his yurt. Interested parties can contact him directly: marius.diab@riseup.net .

legal situation for yurts

The legal framework for yurts are complex and are divided into the categories indoor and outdoor use. Inside, there are increasingly permits for yurts, which is important in the context of the sustainability turnaround. However, the procedure is often very bureaucratic, expensive and lengthy. It is recommended to claim unofficial preliminary clarifications or legal support. In some federal states, yurts may be built up to six meters without a building application, but with certain restrictions, such as the ban on renting or firing.

The situation in the outdoor area is different. For example, yurts can be used as temporary construction site accommodation. Since yurts are mobile, they can be set up and broken down quickly without leaving any residues. Farmers in particular benefit from the approval of yurts, especially for animal husbandry. Over time, the residents often get used to the yurts, which lowers the risk of denunciation. In some cases there are even model lawsuits against authorities to extend the installation times for yurts. In general, it is also discussed how to denounce the topic of forced evacuation in the media. The rights for sustainable lifestyles and environmental protection are central points in these legal debates.

The challenge that Marius Diab faces is part of a much greater discourse on alternative forms of living in Germany. The demand for more flexibility in building legislation could help find many people a place where they can live sustainably.