urban renewal

Israeli cities need to give incentives to build safe rooms during wartime

The deputy to the CEO at Oron Real Estate, Gal Castel, urges authorities to set urban renewal targets and create incentives for projects for safe rooms in outlying areas.

By GAL CASTEL
06/03/2024

Grapevine: Rising too high?

Movers and shakers in Israeli society.

Ginat Tamar Nursery: A tranquil Baka spot withstanding time, development

Despite the salubrious appearance of the place, it seems there was something of an ulterior motive behind the choice of professional moniker

03/02/2024

Urban Renewal: Still strong despite the war

Resilience and progress in urban renewal despite local elections, interest rate hikes, and war.

Building permit reform may cut building time by up to 4 years

Local committees can now simultaneously approve building permits with plans. Anticipated impact: easing 'bottleneck,' cutting urban renewal construction timelines

The end of long-delayed urban renewal projects?

A new amendment empowers apartment owners to cancel stagnant urban renewal agreements, providing relief from years of delays and inadequate progress.

Rapid construction licensing reform underway

Construction industry news: Interior minister signs regulations to expedite plan and permit approval, aiming to shorten process by 1-4 years

Renewing protection: 136 in the South, 3,257 in Tel Aviv

Ashkelon vs. Tel Aviv: 2,300% gap "highlights the urgency of the situation," the RE appraisers' head said. "Decision-makers must act swiftly, with a focus on the broader urban and regional benefits."

YMCA Jerusalem: A diamond of diversity in a contentious city

The historic YMCA institution in Jerusalem has been renovated but still needs work, members say.

By SHANNA FULD
30/09/2023

The rehabilitation of Tel Aviv’s Yad Eliyahu

The often-overlooked neighborhood is currently undergoing a major face-lift that will bring top-tier academia and commerce to local residents.

03/09/2023
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