Lisbon's Bold New Housing Plan: 3,000 Homes by 2028!
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Lisbon's Bold New Housing Plan: 3,000 Homes by 2028!

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  • Lisbon City Council approved the first Municipal Housing Charter.

  • A €900 million investment to build 3,000 homes by 2028.

  • New Metro carriages to operate automatically from 2025.

  • 30 new buses and 14 electric minibuses to enhance public transport.

  • Inauguration of a new Digestive Endoscopy Unit and reopening of Ambulatory Surgery Unit.

Lisbon's Municipal Housing Charter Approved

The Lisbon City Council has approved its first Municipal Housing Charter, marking a significant political commitment over the next 10 years to enhance housing availability in the city. This ambitious plan involves a €900 million investment aimed at constructing 3,000 new homes by 2028. Although the Socialist Party (PS) supported the proposal, they issued several warnings regarding its execution.

Lisbon Housing Charter

Additional Highlights from Olhares de Lisboa

The latest edition of Olhares de Lisboa also discusses the completion of the last stretch of the new eastern riverside bike path, connecting Marvila to Parque das Nações.

In terms of mobility, the article highlights the introduction of new modern Lisbon Metro carriages, which will operate automatically starting in 2025. The Carris company has also acquired 30 new buses and 14 electric minibuses expected to start service by the end of the year.

Health Sector Developments

In health news, the Social Services of the Lisbon City Council have inaugurated a new Digestive Endoscopy Unit and reopened the Ambulatory Surgery Unit. This expansion aims to enhance healthcare services for the SSCML members and the general population of Lisbon.

Sustainability Initiatives

Additionally, the edition features a special section on the Avenidas Novas neighborhood, detailing its history and future projects. It also focuses on the sustainability of water management, underscoring the 2024 Innovation Path Forum hosted by Águas do Tejo Atlântico, emphasizing the importance of innovation and collaboration in ensuring sustainable water sector management.

Download and read the full edition of Olhares de Lisboa nº 23 - November 2024 on your computer or mobile device.

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