Berlin's 'Car-Free' Initiative Gains Momentum, Aims to Transform 88 Sq. Km Within S-Bahn Ring
Berlin's 'Volksbegehren Berlin autofrei' initiative has gained momentum, aiming to transform around 88 square kilometers of public road space within the S-Bahn ring. The project plans to prioritize public transport, cycling, and pedestrians, with car journeys limited to twelve times a year with a permit. The initiative has already collected over 50,000 signatures and is preparing for the next phase of signature collection.
The initiative, submitted to the Berlin State Election Office, exceeded the required 20,000 signatures. It calls for more space for cyclists and pedestrians, and a strengthening of public transport within the 'future-proof city'. The Senate Department of the Interior is currently reviewing the admissibility of the initiative's application for a popular vote, with a decision expected in early March. The new Minister of Transport, Bettina Jarasch, supports many of the initiative's goals but opposes the proposed car-free area by law.
The 'Berlin car-free' initiative has attracted international attention, with various publications featuring the project and its potential impact on urban development. After the Berlin Constitutional Court ruled the initiative admissible in March 2022, the process moved forward to the Berlin House of Representatives for further steps.
The 'Volksbegehren Berlin autofrei' initiative is pushing for significant changes within the S-Bahn ring. With over 50,000 signatures collected and support from the new Minister of Transport, the initiative is poised to proceed to the next stage. The decision on its admissibility for a popular vote is expected in early March, potentially paving the way for a referendum within four months.
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