Water costs in Feldkirchen increase by 60 percent - what now?

Water costs in Feldkirchen increase by 60 percent - what now?

Feldkirchen-Westerham is currently faced with dramatically rising water costs. The mayor of the municipality, Johannes Zistl, commented on a recently held citizens' meeting and described the situation as "uncomfortable". Since November 1, 2024, the residents have been faced with an increase of almost 60 percent in their water prices. This ensures lack of understanding and resentment among those affected.

According to the innovation, the price for consumption per cubic meter of water (1000 liters) has increased from 1.83 euros to EUR 2.92. In addition, the municipality has introduced a new meter fee, which has doubled from 60 euros to 120 euros. For a typical two-person household that consumes around 90 cubic meters of water annually, this means additional costs of over 90 euros for water consumption and another 60 euros for the counter fees.

background of the price increase

Zistl explained that the drastic price increases mainly became necessary for the new high tank Aschbach due to “unexpectedly high construction costs”, which costs 2.8 million euros. Other factors such as increasing general costs for maintenance, personnel and electricity have led to the formation of a deficit that must be compensated for within the next four years. The town hall manager especially regretted the high loads for farmers and companies that will struggle with these new prices.

to give the citizens a little hope, Zistl said that there could be a savings potential by a planned review of the water network. He announced that he will create a feasibility study to work with other water suppliers. According to his expectations, the water prices in the calculation period from 2028 to 2032 could decrease again, but he did not want to give a promise. "It remains to be seen what is actually possible," said the mayor.

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