Participation Act: minimum arrangements overview
Under the Participation Act fall various minimum arrangements. From collective allowances to exemption from municipal taxes.
Main arrangements
The Participation Act regulates benefits and special assistance for those on minimum incomes. In addition to emergency compensations: income supplement, contribution for exceptional costs (e.g. diet costs) and tax reduction.
- OZB exemption: Up to 100% remission of real estate tax.
- Collective arrangements: Free swimming lessons or museum card.
- Travel cost reimbursement: For job seekers.
Access and application
Check the municipal website for local variants. Automatic granting is often possible with benefits. Helps in poverty alleviation on multiple fronts, broader than pure emergency aid.