Esch-sur-Alzette will not contest a recent court decision that lifts the city's prohibition on installing "granny flats" in single-family homes, after a successful challenge by a local homeowner.

The municipality of Esch-sur-Alzette has decided not to appeal a recent administrative court ruling regarding self-contained flats, commonly known as "granny flats."

The court had overturned a municipal ban that prohibited the installation of such flats in approximately 4,000 single-family homes in the city centre.

An owner had challenged the ban, and the court ruled in their favour. Following this decision, Esch-sur-Alzette has chosen to accept the ruling rather than pursue further legal action.

Municipal officials have noted that there has been minimal demand for additional self-contained flats in these properties in recent years. They also indicated that the ban was not crucial for preserving the character of these single-family homes.