The Bauverein München Haidhausen eG is a cooperative organization founded in 1919 by 112 individuals in Munich, Germany. It aimed to address the shortage of affordable and secure housing in the city, a challenge that persists to this day. The cooperative has grown to encompass over 2,000 members, providing housing in more than 1,500 units across eight residential complexes in the eastern part of Munich.
Notable projects include the historic Schornblock from the 1920s, the Weilerblock, and recent developments like the Prinz Eugen Park, completed in 2019. The cooperative is committed to energy efficiency and sustainable practices, even implementing a Mieterstrom model in its latest project.
The organization's activities focus on maintaining and improving existing housing stock while seeking new sites for development to meet the evolving needs of its members. The leadership includes Mario Kurtek as the managing director, supported by a board of directors and a supervisory board that oversees the cooperative's activities.
While the Bauverein München Haidhausen eG is rooted in its historical mission to provide affordable housing, it continues to evolve by emphasizing sustainability and energy efficiency in its operations.