Thalmassing gets involved: New development plan Auf der Hohe Gripen”!

Thalmassing gets involved: New development plan Auf der Hohe Gripen”!

On February 26, 2024, the Thalmassingen local council passed the resolution to draw up the “Auf der Hohe Grippen” development plan. This plan includes the hallway numbers. 792 and 693/part of the Thalmassing district and is an important step in the urban development of the community. In this context, the draft development plan was approved on May 26, 2025, which is now available for inspection in accordance with the legal requirements.

From September 10, 2025, interested citizens can view the draft development plan on the official homepage of the municipality of Thalmassing. It is also possible to view the paper version in the Thalmassing town hall during general business hours. The municipal administration has announced the address of the town hall in Kirchweg 1, 93107 Thalmassing. The inspection helps to actively involve citizens in the planning process.

Public participation

Citizens are invited to submit comments on the planning by October 15, 2025 at the latest. Electronic statements are preferred, but written feedback is also possible. The municipality points out that late comments may not be taken into account. This public participation measure is essential in order to integrate the different perspectives and interests of residents and those affected into the planning process.

The development plan contains specific environmental information that includes important measures to protect the soil, air quality and promote biodiversity and the landscape. The aim is, among other things, to reduce dust pollution and promote sustainable land use. Special consideration will also be given to the creation of new vegetation to support the ecological functionality of the area.

Legal basis

The development plan “Auf der Hohen Grippen” represents a binding plan that was drawn up as part of the municipal land-use planning. According to the statements by rp.baden-wuerttemberg.de, this is a legally binding development plan that precedes the development planning and the building permits. This means that all future construction projects in the designated area must comply with the guidelines and provisions of this plan.

A detailed description of the contents and provisions of the development plan, such as the type and extent of structural use, as well as specifications for green spaces and traffic areas, are also part of the planning document. The regulations are based on the specific needs of the community and contribute to orderly urban development.

The steps taken so far in connection with the “Auf der Hohe Grippen” development plan are further evidence of the commitment of the municipality of Thalmassing to make urban development transparent and to actively involve citizens in decision-making. According to bebauungsplan24.de this shows the community's willingness to find sustainable solutions for the needs of its residents.

These measures enable the municipality to successfully balance both the needs of its citizens and the requirements of the environment. The generality and details of the development plan reflect the municipality's overall strategy to make Thalmassing a livable and sustainable place to live.

For further information on this topic, the Thalmassing municipality website is available, where the relevant documents are also available. Visit the official website: thalmassing.de for current information and updates.