Residents Oppose New Underground Pool in Austria and Housing Ban Near Munich Airport in Germany

In Altenmarkt, Austria, a proposal to build an underground indoor swimming pool as part of an expansion of a youth guesthouse from 100 to over 250 beds has sparked concerns among nearby residents. Neighbour Lilo Krebernik worries about drainage protection and the use of green space, urging local politicians to review the project. Operator Reinhard Thurner says the pool will be constructed beneath an existing sports facility, not on green land, and that schools and clubs will have access.

In Eitting, Germany, the municipal council approved strict noise‑protection zones around Munich Airport that will take effect on 1 January. The new zones prohibit the construction of new apartments, senior homes, and public buildings throughout almost the entire municipality, effectively halting further housing development for airport employees. Mayor Reinhard Huber emphasized that no exceptions will be granted, citing a 2007 federal decree as the basis for the restrictions.