Amt der Oö. Landesregierung, Direktion für Landesplanung, wirtschaftliche und ländliche Entwicklung, Abteilung Raumordnung/Dorf- & Stadtentwicklung

The Spatial Planning Department within the Office of the Upper Austrian State Government (Directorate for Regional Planning, Economic and Rural Development) directs and supports the spatial development of Upper Austria. It employs spatial planning instruments (land use plans, development plans, local heritage advisory boards, regional management) and administers the "Village & Urban Development" program. The objective is the orderly advancement of settlements, the strengthening of village and town centers, as well as the enhancement of rural and urban areas.

Our mission is sustainable, balanced, and future-oriented spatial planning for Upper Austria. We equally promote social, economic, and ecological functions and work closely with municipalities, associations, and citizens. Through targeted funding programs and participatory planning processes, we aim to create livable places and strengthen inner development.

Funding is provided to municipalities, village and urban development associations, parishes, natural persons, partnerships, as well as legal entities under public and private law that implement measures to revitalize town and city centers, enhance townscape design, and develop infrastructure. The programs support initiatives by private property owners as well as municipal and regional cooperations.