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The MIG finally disbanded on 11 th May 1995. An advisory<br />

board has been looking after the tenants' interests since then.<br />

The findings of a large-scale survey, which was conducted on<br />

the tenants of the comparison projects (in both the modernised<br />

and the newly constructed <strong>build</strong>ing) three years prior<br />

to this, on 15th December 1992, are of great interest: both<br />

groups were extremely satisfied. Clearly, satisfaction counts for<br />

more than just square metres and amenities. It describes a<br />

condition that can only be sensed and not calculated rationally.<br />

It is something to do with having not only a home but a<br />

sense of home, coupled with the security of being in good<br />

hands.<br />

Although the Maikäfer Estate had no kindergartens or cafés,<br />

schools or sports facilities, the gardens and the closeness<br />

between the people created the sense of community that<br />

went far beyond neighbourliness. Long-term tenants speak<br />

of “a big family” in green surroundings. Involvement is as<br />

much a part of the Maikäfer Estate as is a sense of tolerance<br />

towards others. These are ingredients that every good<br />

community needs. <strong>GWG</strong> <strong>München</strong> is endeavouring to<br />

preserve the character of this estate, of which its residents<br />

are an essential part.<br />

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The renovation area: Berg am Laim<br />

Maikäfer Estate<br />

Echardinger Strasse<br />

6<br />

7<br />

8<br />

Krumbadstrasse<br />

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