Budget Planning and Investments in Sports Promotion: A Monthly Overview for Augsburg

Budget Planning and Investments in Sports Promotion: A Monthly Overview for January 2026

In January 2026, the city of Augsburg made several significant decisions in the field of sports promotion. The focus was on the renovation of existing infrastructure, the construction of new club houses, and long-term investment programs that will run until 2030. The financial planning is closely linked to the double budget 2025/2026 and takes into account both investment costs and potential follow-up costs.

Investment Program 2026–2030: Framework Conditions and Financing

In January 2026, the investment program for the general promotion of sports in Augsburg for the period 2026–2030 was approved. The program provides for total investments of 612,850 €, funded from the asset budget. The funds come from two budget lines: 512,850 € from budget line 2.55020.9882.00 VHK 003 and 100,000 € from budget line 2.55020.9882.00 VHK 004.

Financing is provided through grants and loans. For example, clubs can receive 30% of eligible costs as a grant, with an additional 20% available as a loan. This support is subject to conditions such as a minimum self-contribution of 10% and rule-compliant allocation.

Replacement Construction of the Club House of DJK Augsburg-Lechhausen

A central project in January 2026 was the planned replacement construction of the club house of DJK Augsburg-Lechhausen. The total cost of the project is approximately 1,006,534.55 € net. The city's support amounts to up to 380,733 €, distributed as 315,092.80 € for the energy-efficient replacement construction and 65,640.77 € for the extension to a two-story club house.

The cost-benefit analysis clearly showed that a replacement construction is more economically advantageous than a general renovation. In addition, future maintenance costs will be lower due to the new building. The financing is covered by funds from the General Budget, budget line 2.55020.988200 VHK. The administration is also authorized to adjust grants if the right to deduct input tax changes.

Renovation of the Erhard-Wunderlich Sports Hall

Another important project was the renovation of the Erhard-Wunderlich Sports Hall. The third construction phase (sanitation construction phases 2 and 3) was approved. The total costs amount to 1,383,675 €, financed from the General Budget, budget line 2.56210.940100 VHK 410. The funds are budgeted in the double budget 2025/2026: 516,041 € for 2025 and 477,202 € for 2026. Further available funds from ongoing measures are expected to amount to approximately 379,800 €.

The renovation is supported by the Department for Sports and Youth and is an example of investment in existing infrastructure to ensure long-term sports offerings in the city.

Outlook: Long-Term Planning and Financial Sustainability

The decisions made in January 2026 in Augsburg show a clear orientation towards long-term investments. The linkage of investment programs with clearly defined funding sources from the General and Asset Budgets, as well as a clear focus on energy efficiency and economic sustainability, are central features of the planning. Furthermore, a clear cost-benefit assessment is emphasized, as in the decision to opt for replacement construction rather than renovation.

The approved measures are not only relevant for the current budget period but also contribute to the stability and development of the sports infrastructure in Augsburg. The financial planning also takes into account the possibility of follow-up costs, even though these are not yet fully transparent in detail.

Conclusion: An Investment in the Future

The January decisions in Augsburg demonstrate how a city can strategically plan and finance its sports promotion. Through a clear budget framework, long-term investment plans, and a clear evaluation of cost-benefit relationships, financial sustainability is ensured. The approved projects not only contribute to the improvement of the sports infrastructure but also to the strengthening of the club landscape and the community in Augsburg. In the coming months, it will therefore be particularly important to monitor the implementation of these projects and to analyze their financial implications.