Steinen proposes sharp business tax hike to ease budget crisis
The municipality of Steinen is planning a significant rise in business tax to tackle its financial struggles. If approved, the increase would push the local rate to one of the highest in the Lörrach district. The proposal comes as soaring costs strain the town’s budget. The local council will vote on the tax hike on Monday, May 19, 2026. If passed, the business tax multiplier would climb from 380 percent to 400 percent starting January 1, 2027. This adjustment aims to stabilise the municipality’s finances by generating an extra €200,000 in annual revenue.
The move follows mounting financial pressure, including a €190,000 rise in operational costs for the local outdoor pool. Sole proprietors could offset the higher tax against their income tax, but corporations like GmbHs and joint-stock companies would face a heavier burden. Many nearby councils are also weighing similar increases as expenses continue to climb.
With a 400 percent multiplier, Steinen’s business tax would rank among the steepest in the region. The measure reflects the town’s urgent need to balance its books amid escalating costs. The proposed tax rise would take effect in early 2027 if approved next May. It is designed to ease the municipality’s financial strain by boosting revenue. Corporations operating in Steinen would bear the brunt of the change, while sole traders may see partial relief through income tax offsets.
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