Housing for all

Varied options for families with children

Housing developments in new areas

The densification strategy in Bergen has failed. Folkets Parti believes that the people of Bergen should have the possibility to establish a home where they prefer and not be forced to live in apartment buildings along the light rail line. Making new areas of land available for housing developments in the city outskirts will provide more diverse housing options and help keep housing prices affordable for most people. Housing development should not depend on existing public transport, but what people want in terms of good housing and quality of life. Public transport options must be developed according to need in order to reduce the need for driving.

Neighbourhoods and local communities are important for everyone. That is why Folkets Parti wants residential environments with close proximity to everyday essentials: shops, schools, kindergartens, sports and recreational facilities. This will result in more environmentally friendly urban development. We believe that municipal district plans should entail the increased involvement of residents in the preparation of new development plans. The municipality has special responsibility for ensuring a varied choice of new housing options that meet the needs of families with children – both indoors and outdoors.

We ask the right questions!

Stop the destruction of established residential areas

Folkets Parti wants to renegotiate the current urban growth agreement, which is based on development and densification in high-pressure areas, thereby making Bergen a less attractive place to live. The municipality should be more restrictive in allowing the densification of existing residential neighbourhoods. The unique character of established areas should not changed in a way that reduces the quality of life for those who already live there.

User-friendly building permit application process

The application process for a building permit should involve offering applicants effective guidance and advice, so that everyone understands what is allowed and what is not. The municipal planning and building services department should only require the necessary documentation and reports. Positive reports should result in granting a building permit, not the demand for new reports. Folkets Parti seeks to reduce application fees.

Gradual elimination of property tax

Folkets Parti wants to eliminate property tax for homes and commercial buildings in Bergen through a gradual phase-out over several years.

Parking tyranny must stop

Folkets Parti believes that skilled workers and others who are dependent on their car for work should be able to park close to their homes. A permit should be given for commercial vehicles in residential parking zones, regardless of whether a parking permit has already been given for a personal vehicle. We oppose restricting the number of vehicles in residential parking zones to only one car.

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