Urban renewal

New construction giant: Shoval acquires Yitzhak Stern in industry-changing deal

Shoval Engineering Group is expanding its execution arm through the acquisition of veteran builder Yitzhak Stern, strengthening its position in housing, urban renewal and logistics projects.

Group Photo Following the Deal’s Completion
Haim Bibas, Chairman of the Federation of Local Authorities in Israel  and Mayor of Modi'in Maccabim Reut

Smart cities: A top strategic interest for the State of Israel

Rishon LeZion, Israel-June 10, 2017: Scaffolding around 4-storey house is located at 35 Katznelson Street. The building is being renewed in accordance with Tama 38 program.

Urban renewal

"Israel’s urban renewal now targets luxury areas, rebuilding old buildings to match prime land value."

The next generation of urban renewal in Israel: Redevelopment in luxury areas


Planning Administration CEO: 'Periphery no longer exists in modern planning terms'

At a conference marking 30 years of Bank Jerusalem’s real estate sector, CEO Rafi Elmaliach declared that modern planning aims to permanently eliminate the term 'periphery' from Israeli discourse.

CEO of the Planning Administration Rafi Elmaliach in an interview with Ofer Petersburg.

1,300 apartments in four neighborhoods: Jerusalem’s urban renewal revolution continues

The Jerusalem Municipality recommends the regional committee approve major urban renewal plans, adding about 1,300 residential units, public buildings, commercial spaces, and open public areas.


Jerusalem Vibe: Who visited Jerusalem for the holidays?

In Jerusalem, visits to the city from Israeli residents actually rose during the holiday season, thanks to an aggressive internal marketing campaign.

 Planned construction in Talpiot.

Urban renewal: Potential for 16,000 new apartments in this city

The Central District Committee will discuss replacing TAMA 38 in Rishon LeZion, allowing for 16,000 new apartments citywide. The plan includes earthquake reinforcements and gradual urban renewal.

 Illustration: Construction in Rishon LeZion

Jerusalem Vibe: The conflict on Aza Street

The Rehavia neighborhood’s main traffic artery, Aza Street, is often shut down for protests, among other reasons.

 People protest for the release of the hostages in Gaza and against the government, outside the Prime Minister’s Residence.

Maybe also in your city: 4,000 new apartments approved in Gush Dan

The Tel Aviv District Committee approved submitting several urban renewal projects, including about 4,000 new housing units in two major cities in the Gush Dan. Which cities are involved?

 Ramat Gan and Givatayim, an Aerial View

Grapevine: Local language

Movers and shakers in Israeli society.

A massive construction site off Jaffa Road, not far from the entrance to Jerusalem, seen in 2022.

No easier solution: This is what you'll pay organizers in urban renewal projects

For the first time: The Government Authority for Urban Renewal publishes recommended salaries for project organizers, which can impact project feasibility and homeowners' returns.

 The demolition of the building on 1 Pin Street, Tel Aviv, August 2015.

Curious? Check out Tel Aviv's urban renewal plan for the coming years!

At a special event attended by lawyers, the leaders of Tel Aviv's urban renewal efforts presented the city’s plan for the upcoming years, which is expected to add around 6,000 housing units annually.

Burma Street, Kiryat Shalom, Tel Aviv.

Sderot invests NIS 15 million in renewing older neighborhoods

A 15 million shekel budget has been approved to plan urban renewal in Sderot's older neighborhoods, aiming to reduce disparities with newer areas.

Illustration: New urban district in the area surrounding the train station in Sderot.