COPENHAGEN / LONDON (IT BOLTWISE) – In Denmark, a controversial law on the redevelopment of residential areas is under scrutiny. The European Court of Justice has ruled that Danish courts must investigate whether the law causes ethnic discrimination. The focus is on districts with high proportions of immigrants from non-Western countries that are affected by extensive redevelopment plans.
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In Denmark, a law on the redevelopment of residential areas is causing considerable debate. The European Court of Justice recently ruled that Danish courts must examine whether this law leads to ethnic discrimination. At the center of the debate are districts that are referred to as transformation areas and have a high proportion of immigrants from non-Western countries. These areas are characterized by high unemployment and crime rates, which have led the government to initiate major transformation plans.
The law aims to reduce the proportion of the population in these areas living in public housing blocks to 40 percent by 2030. To achieve this, housing associations are allowed to sell land to private developers, carry out demolition work or convert existing apartments into smaller units. These measures can lead to the termination of existing rental agreements, which is fueling the current controversy.
The term ‘immigrant’ is clearly defined in Danish law: it includes people who were born abroad and whose parents are not both born in Denmark and are citizens. A special list classifies the countries of Europe as ‘Western’, while others are categorized as ‘non-Western’. This categorization is at the heart of the discussion about possible discrimination.
The European Court of Justice’s decision is of great importance as it forces the Danish courts to review the law’s criteria for their compatibility with EU law. In particular, it must be clarified whether the measures disadvantage people because of their ethnic origin. This legal review could have far-reaching consequences for future urban development in Denmark.
Experts warn that inadequate consideration of social and ethnic diversity in urban planning could lead to further segregation. They emphasize the need to pursue integrative approaches that address both the social and economic challenges of these neighborhoods. The Danish government is now faced with the challenge of balancing necessary urban development and protecting the rights of minorities.
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