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Am I affected by the second home tax “Zweitwohnungssteuer”?

You have to pay a second home tax if you are registered as living in two different places within Germany, one being your primary residency, e.g. Cologne and the second one being your secondary residence, e.g. in Magdeburg. The second home tax is only levied in Magdeburg and not in … Weiterlesen

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Can I sublet my room?

Any (even partial) subletting or transfer of use of the rental space to third parties is strictly prohibited. The same applies to the admission of third parties into the rooms occupied by the tenant. Upon written request, the tenant can, in justified exceptional cases and with the prior written consent … Weiterlesen

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Are there any student organisations in the dorms?

The accommodation tutors help with the daily life. They provide help and support in solving everyday problems and can mediate between the accommodation department, the caretakers and the tenants. In Magdeburg is a student organisation called InterKultiTreff (IKT) in dorm 9. IKUS is an intercultural student organization that brings international … Weiterlesen

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Can I change my apartment within the dormitories?

Movings within a dormitory or to another dormitory can be processed on request. A move can only take place if the tenant has received a changed contract and the move certificate. A service fee will be charged. Movings have to be completed within 2 working days. If this period is … Weiterlesen

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Who cleans the premises?

The tenants are responsible for cleaning their apartment, their rooms and the shared rooms as the kitchen and the bathroom themselves. The common areas like the corridors and shared kitchens and sanitary rooms on a floor are cleaned by service companies.

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How are my personal belongings insured in the dormitory?

You are responsible for insuring your personal property on your own. Check if you have a co-insurance with your parents otherwise you have to take your own household insurance. Please inquire early so that you are covered in the event of a possible damage. Bicycles are usually not covered by … Weiterlesen

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How are non-smokers considered?

Unfortunately we cannot differentiate between smokers and non-smokers if you move into a shared apartment. If you move into an apartment that was previously occupied by a smoker, the rooms will be especially cleaned if the smell is too strong.

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Can I keep pets in my apartment?

Point 8 i of the General Rental Conditions of the Studentenwerk regulates the keeping of pets.The tenant is not allowed to keep an animal in the rented rooms. Exceptions are ornamental fish in aquariums and small caged animals such as birds, hamsters etc.    

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