Landshut in February 2026: Urban Development, Culture, and Budget in Focus

Urban Development Advanced – Budget Secured

What Was Important This Month

• Urban Development and Climate Protection: The Building Committee decided on the redesign of the Government Square with a focus on climate protection and green structures.
• Mobility and Traffic: The cargo and bike hire system was extended for two more years, and a ban on through-traffic in the Ländgasse is being examined.
• School Construction and Care: New primary schools in the East and Northwest districts, as well as a concept for lunch and homework supervision, were approved.
• Cultural Promotion: The Culture Prize will be awarded in 2027, and the museum team presented figures and a strategy for 2026.
• 2026 Budget Plan: The Budget Committee approved the draft with a total volume of 176.5 million euros.

Urban Development and Construction: Securing the Future

This month, the Building Committee set key directions for the city's development. The Government Square is being redesigned with a focus on climate protection, multifunctional use, and green structures. The committee recommended allocating the necessary funds in the 2026 Budget.

Additionally, a Zoning Plan for the Lower Auenstraße was established, regulating development in four special areas. For the "House of the Homeland" project at the former Martinsschule, a status report was presented. The roof extension and barrier-free access will cost between 2.5 and 3 million euros, with funding of up to 90% possible.

A zoning plan for the Marienburgerstraße was also accelerated, with evaluation of comments and approval by the Building Committee.

Mobility and Traffic: Safety and Convenience for Commuters

The Traffic Committee focused intensively on the traffic situation in the Ländgasse. A ban on through-traffic was decided, and a survey of residents regarding the use of a removable bollard was planned. The administration also concluded that a noise radar is not recommended due to the lack of legal basis.

Another step toward sustainable mobility is the extension of the contract with the company "Feine Räder GmbH" for the cargo and bike hire system until April 30, 2028. The city's mobility contribution amounts to 21,000 euros net annually.

In addition, parking fees were increased from 1.50 euros to 2 euros per 2 hours, in order to secure income for municipal projects.

Culture and Education: Investments in the Future

The Education and Culture Committee made several important decisions. The 2026 School Development Plan was updated, including construction decisions for new primary schools in the East and Northwest as well as the expansion of the Peter and Paul Primary School to four classes. A concept for lunch and homework supervision was also adopted, accompanied by a new usage and fee regulation.

The Municipal Music School will increase its fees by 5%, with individual lessons rising by 8% to 1,020 euros annually. Additionally, the committee recommended to the full City Council the new version of the Music School Regulation and the introduction of fees for ensemble and supplementary subjects.

In the cultural sector, the guidelines for the 2027 Culture Prize were updated, and the museums reported a visitation number of 100,000 and revenue of 600,000 euros from entrance fees.

Budget and Finance: Security for the City

The Budget Committee approved the draft of the 2026 Budget Regulation with a total volume of 176.5 million euros. The credit framework for the city and the municipal utilities was also approved. The city may take out loans of up to 30.1 million euros, and the municipal utilities up to 29.2 million euros.

The financial report for the 4th quarter of 2025 was noted, and the budget consolidation is progressing positively. A surplus of over 860,000 euros is expected for 2026.

Outlook and Summary

February 2026 in Landshut was characterized by clear decisions in urban development, cultural promotion, and financial planning. By redesigning public spaces, expanding schools, and supporting cultural projects, the city is investing in its future.

Landshut has also made significant progress in the area of mobility and traffic, improving infrastructure and quality of life for residents and commuters.

Budget planning provides the financial foundation for these projects and enables future investments. In the coming months, the decisions from the Building Committee and the Education and Culture Committee will be implemented, and the results of traffic measure surveys will provide further recommendations.

Landshut is moving in the right direction – with a clear focus on sustainability, education, and culture.