Renovation of your home in Stevns.
Stevns Municipality with approximately 22,500 inhabitants is part of the Zealand Region and lies south of Køge. The municipality's most famous attraction is Stevns Klint — a approximately 17 km long coastal cliff added to UNESCO's World Heritage List in 2014. The cliff is composed of chalk and limestone and documents the asteroid catastrophe 66 million years ago. Stevns combines a coastal landscape, agriculture and attractive holiday home areas.
Stevns in brief — context for your renovation.
landscapeStevns Klint — UNESCO World Heritage
Stevns Klint is one of Denmark's most spectacular natural sites and has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2014. A location by the cliff is a premium housing argument, and the Cold War Museum at Stevnsfort attracts tourists from across Denmark.
homeLow price level with proximity to nature
64% of homes are detached houses and farmhouses — many rooted in the agricultural community's structures. House prices are moderate, but coastal proximity and UNESCO status provide a positive market foundation.
foundationChalk and limestone underfoot
Stevns' subsoil of chalk and limestone is visible in the characteristic coastal cliff. This gives special living conditions and a unique landscape — but in rare cases may require consideration of foundations when renovating.
Your housing type.
Detached house and farmhouse
64% of homes in Stevns — approx. 7,000 dwellings (source: Statistics Denmark 2025)
Detached houses and farmhouses dominate Stevns Municipality. Many are older farm buildings or 1960s–80s detached houses. House prices are moderate — renovations should be planned carefully relative to market value.
What's typical?
- — Brick exterior walls in red or yellow brick
- — Pitched roof with clay or concrete tiles
- — Individual heat pump or oil boiler (district heating is not widespread)
- — Garden with rural character
Common weaknesses
- — Older oil or gas heating
- — Insufficient loft insulation
- — Ageing roof covering
- — Outdated bathroom
Typical costs
Do you need an architect?
Probably not necessary for:
- — Roof replacement with same material
- — Extension under 50 m²
- — Interior renovation
Architect recommended or required for:
- — Extension over 50 m²
- — Facade changes
- — Conversion from oil boiler to heat pump with larger installations
Terraced house from 1970–1990
20% of homes in Stevns — approx. 2,300 dwellings (source: Statistics Denmark 2025)
Terraced houses in Store Heddinge and Rødvig. Stable demand from families seeking coastal life and a peaceful environment.
What's typical?
- — Brick terraced houses
- — Pitched roof
- — Individual heating
Common weaknesses
- — Insufficient insulation
- — Older windows
- — Outdated heating system
Typical costs
Energy renovation terraced house
175,000–375,000 kr
Roof, windows, insulation and possibly heat pump. . Source: Bolius
Do you need an architect?
Probably not necessary for:
- — Interior renovation
Architect recommended or required for:
- — Extension
- — Facade changes
Local conditions in Stevns.
local_fire_department Heating — Stevns Energi A/S (KLAR Forsyning)
Stevns Municipality has abandoned plans for municipal district heating due to financial risks. Stevns Energi A/S (operated by KLAR Forsyning) is working on local heating solutions. In practice, an individual heat pump or biomass boiler is the best solution for most homes. Check stevns.dk for the latest information.
www.stevns.dk/service-and-selvbetjening/klima-and-energi/opvarmning-af-ejendomme-i-fremtiden
account_balance Heritage value
Stevns Klint, Højerup Old Church and Stevnsfort are listed cultural heritage sites. Villages with historic buildings may have heritage-rated properties. Check the FBB register for your property.
Look up your address at the Danish Heritage Agency's FBB register
assignment Building permit in Stevns
Apply for a building permit via Byg & Miljø on Stevns Municipality's website. Interior alterations normally do not require a permit.
savings Grants for energy renovation
Grants for replacing oil boilers and installing heat pumps via the Danish Energy Agency and Sparenergi.dk. With many oil-heated homes, there are particularly good grant options for heat pumps on Stevns.
Stevns in figures.
Data from Statistics Denmark (2025) and the Danish Heritage Agency — context for your property.
Dwellings total
6.1% vacancy rate
Listed buildings
Source: Danish Heritage Agency FBB
Social housing units
Source: Landsbyggefonden
CO₂ emissions by sector
Energy
34,680 tonnes CO₂
Transport
15,295 tonnes CO₂
Chemical processes
1,452 tonnes CO₂
Agriculture and land use
29,687 tonnes CO₂
Waste disposal and biogas
1,597 tonnes CO₂
Wastewater
383 tonnes CO₂
Frequently asked questions
about renovation in Stevns.
No — Stevns Municipality abandoned plans for municipal district heating in January 2024 due to financial risks. The best solution for most homes is an individual heat pump. Check stevns.dk for the latest information on local heating solutions.
Switch to a heat pump — it is the most cost-effective solution. The Danish Energy Agency has grants for replacing oil boilers, and heating bill savings are typically substantial. An air-to-water heat pump costs 50,000–120,000 kr including installation.
Stevns Klint is a 17 km long coastal cliff added to UNESCO's World Heritage List in 2014. The cliff documents the asteroid catastrophe 66 million years ago and is one of Denmark's most unique natural sites.
Basic maintenance and energy renovation are always a good investment. With UNESCO status and coastal location, there is a relatively stable housing market. Avoid over-investing relative to local price levels.
Replacing an oil boiler with a heat pump is the most important energy renovation — with grants available. Additionally: loft insulation, energy windows and roof maintenance.
Next steps.
Replace oil boiler with heat pump
Grants available. The right investment for most Stevns homes.
buildEnergy renovation on Stevns
Insulation, windows and new roof — plan in the right order.
assignmentBuilding permits on Stevns
What requires a permit — and what can you do without?
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