On March 4, 2018, voters approved a loan for planning the new construction of the Landhaus school building. The project was successfully implemented and the building was put into operation in autumn 2023.

The construction bill shows that both the project planning credit and the execution credit were significantly undercut, despite unforeseen costs due to contaminated site remediation and material price increases.

The school building was also awarded the Prix Lignum 2024, which underlines the innovative use of wood.

Revision of the building regulations and zoning plan: adoption for the attention of the cantonal preliminary examination
After the adoption of the Spatial Planning Act (RPG) by the Swiss electorate, internal development must be promoted in order to ensure sustainable spatial development.

The Teufen local council has approved the revised instruments for general land use planning and submitted them for cantonal preliminary review. After the cantonal review has been completed, the population will be invited to express their opinion on the planned changes as part of public participation.

TIER Mobility project: Termination of the project
Last year was marked by a test operation with TIER scooters and e-bikes to test the acceptance of this new form of mobility. However, due to a lack of capacity on TIER’s part, it is not possible to continue operations in Teufen.

The local council has therefore decided to end the project. A new review could take place if appropriate conditions arise in the future.

Revision of the waste regulations: adoption for cantonal review
The previous waste regulations from 1992 were revised due to changed framework conditions. The local council has approved the new regulations and submitted them for cantonal review.

It is intended to meet modern requirements and form the basis for sustainable waste management in the Teufen community.

Recertification as an energy city
Teufen has been an energy city since 2012 and is actively committed to sustainable energy projects. The local council approved the renewed recertification and the activity program for the years 2025-2028.

This confirms the community’s long-term commitment to sustainable energy use.

Personnel decisions
Ruth Wanner has been appointed as the new deputy municipal clerk and head of office services, while Sidney Schär will take on the position of specialist for environment and energy. Both will take up their positions in January 2025; The local council looks forward to working together.