Södermalm

The City of Stockholm plans to build a new group housing facility with 13 apartments for individuals with disabilities in Södermalm, at the property Svärdet 8 (Rosenlundsgatan 44). Micasa Fastigheter will renovate an existing building, with the housing expected to be completed in 2028. This initiative aims to reduce the shortage of housing for this group, and staff will be available around the clock.

In December 2025, the Stockholm City Council decided to transfer the property for the Slussen bus terminal (Södermalm 7:89) to Region Stockholm. This decision has been appealed by several individuals who argue it's illegal, citing deficiencies in the decision basis regarding safety, among other reasons. The City of Stockholm refutes the appeal, stating that safety issues have already been investigated and approved in previous detailed development plans and building permits for the bus terminal.

Councillor Nike Örbrink (KD) proposed allowing seniors to bring and consume their own alcohol at municipal meeting places like Lusthuset Hornstull, aiming to "add a touch of gold to everyday life." The City Executive Board rejected the motion, citing current alcohol legislation which prohibits alcohol consumption where light beverages are sold, a key offering at these venues. However, a pilot project is underway at Lusthuset, permitting residents of the service house to drink their own alcohol when the meeting place is closed to the public.

A motion by Jonas Naddebo (C) proposed expanding Hammarbybacken with a new summit and raising the existing one, using excavated material from the subway expansion, to create more ski slopes and leisure activities year-round and boost Stockholm's event profile. The city rejected the motion, citing a lack of surplus excavation material, the area's value for nature and recreation, and the high cost and climate impact of such a development. While the Property Committee favored investigating the proposal and developing Lilla Sickla farm as a visitor destination, this counter-proposal was also rejected by the City Commissioner due to its impact on the Nacka Nature Reserve.

A letter has been submitted regarding the club and restaurant Trädgården at Skanstull. Jonas Naddebo (C) questions why the city terminated Trädgården's lease agreement before the building permit process was complete, especially since the city building committee approved a permanent permit. He also wonders why city administrations aren't coordinating better on the issue and if politicians support the termination.

The Centre Party proposed developing Stadsgårdskajen with 180 homes and 25,000 square meters of office and retail space, a park, marina, open-air cold bath, and a stage, by decking over the existing roadway to create a more integrated area. The municipal board majority rejected this, citing ongoing projects, significant costs and risks, and conflicts with national interests for cultural heritage and shipping.

The City Planning Administration has drafted a detailed development plan for the Västergötland 21 property on Södermalm, located between Götgatan and Repslagargatan. This plan aims to gently develop the property with a courtyard extension, new entrances on Repslagargatan, and new windows and dormers, all while preserving the buildings' cultural heritage. It also seeks to improve public movement through the ground floor and connect buildings across multiple levels, allowing for office, retail, and residential use. You can submit comments on the proposal by February 23, 2026.

The City plans a new local development plan for the property Bonden Större 43 at Skånegatan 63-65 on Södermalm. The proposal adds an extra floor to the main building for new residences and raises the inner courtyard to accommodate new retail spaces and three-story townhouses. This will create 7 new rental apartments and approximately 500 square meters of retail space, while preserving existing trees in the courtyard. You can submit your comments on the proposal to the City Planning Administration by February 9, 2026.

The Södermalm District Council is proposed to deny Max Medborgarplatsen a license to serve alcohol, both indoors and at its outdoor seating. The administration assesses that the risk is too great that children and young people, who often gather at Max at Medborgarplatsen, will accidentally gain access to alcohol. Medborgarplatsen is also a place with a lot of nightlife and a focal point for outreach workers who work with at-risk youth.

The Södermalm District Council will elect members to its Pensioners' Council for 2026. The council, comprising five members and five alternates, will serve as an advisory body to improve living conditions for the elderly in the district. Proposed representatives, including Per Rudin from PRO and Cecilia Söderman from SPF, require council approval. The elected representatives will be allocated proportionally among the pensioner organizations PRO, SPF Seniorerna, and SKPF Pensionärerna based on their membership numbers.

The Södermalm district committee will appoint several members, in addition to Chair Anders Göransson (S), to make urgent decisions concerning the care of young people (LVU), care of substance abusers (LVM), and placement of children in protective accommodation. This is being done to ensure that necessary interventions can be implemented quickly when there is no time to wait for a regular committee decision. The appointed members are Vice Chair Lars Rottem Krangnes (C), as well as the chair and vice chair of the social delegation.

The Södermalm District Council will select seven members and four substitutes for the Social Delegation for 2026. This delegation makes decisions on individual cases concerning social services in Södermalm. The decision also includes appointing a chairperson and vice-chairperson, and establishing a specific arrangement for substitutes.