New development area: Expression of interest - Feedback

I would state everything as average and standard. So no 200 sqm Bauhaus villa, but a 140 sqm house from a regional construction company. What you ultimately build doesn’t matter later on.

I would indicate everything as average and standard. [...] What you ultimately build doesn’t matter later

I would phrase it differently: "... is not binding," and I would put it this way: I would answer honestly, unless my wishes were extraordinary. The survey is meant to be useful for matching the mix of plots to the demanders. It would be silly to be trapped later within the scope of possibilities one has "requested" oneself. If many respondents wish for a "townhouse," the parcels will be correspondingly narrow, and there you have a own goal. So better not try to guess opportunistic answers—at least not overdo it. Have a look "for comparison" at what parcel mix has come about in the recently "sold-out" development area.

How high do you see the risk of disqualification due to a possibly too low price? I would approach the matter with 70Euro/qm2.

No one can give you a definite answer. However, I consider it unlikely; there will be an official application process with point allocation and all that jazz. The municipality also has to protect itself and does not want to risk lawsuits.

No one can tell you for sure. But I consider it unlikely; there will be an official application process with point scoring and all that jazz. The municipality also has to protect itself and does not want to risk lawsuits.

Is there a rough schedule for such an application process?

It depends on how far along the plans are. If the development plan etc. is in place, there will be a notification via the municipal bulletin, the administration's website, etc. that you can apply. Then you fill out a form, which includes points for things like children, having lived in the area for x years, volunteering in the community, and such. Points are deducted if you already own a property. Often, you also get more points the lower your income is. And then at some point, you will be informed whether you get selected or not or if you might be on the waiting list.