Israel Approves Plan for 2,600 New Apartments in Beit Shemesh
Translated & summarized from Mignews by baba
Israel's Ministry of Construction and Housing approved a plan on October 19, 2026, to construct around 2,600 new housing units in East Beit Shemesh. The F1 plan covers 660 dunams and includes residential, commercial, and industrial zones, along with public transport integration and green spaces. Mayor Shmuel Greenberg praised the plan, noting it will boost the city's development and job opportunities.
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- Israel's Ministry of Construction and Housing approved plans for 2,600 new housing units in East Beit Shemesh.
- The F1 plan covers approximately 660 dunams on the city's eastern slopes.
- The project includes residential, commercial, industrial zones, and public transport integration.
- A designated archaeological zone and buffer areas are included in the development.
- Mayor Shmuel Greenberg welcomed the plan, citing increased green spaces and job opportunities.
Israel's Ministry of Construction and Housing has approved a plan to build approximately 2,600 new housing units in East Beit Shemesh. The announcement was made in an official press release on October 19, 2026. An appeals subcommittee of the National Council for Planning and Construction greenlit the F1 plan, which covers about 660 dunams on the city's eastern slopes. The project aims to create a modern residential area alongside commercial and industrial zones. It includes provisions for a bus terminal, a pedestrian and cyclist-friendly commercial street, and integration with future public transport systems. The plan also designates an archaeological zone within the public space. The new neighborhood will be connected to existing streams and natural areas in eastern Beit Shemesh, with a buffer zone maintained between the city and the moshav of Zanoa. Mayor Shmuel Greenberg welcomed the removal of objections to the project, stating it will enhance the city with more green spaces and create new job opportunities. He highlighted Beit Shemesh's growth into a leading Israeli city, emphasizing its future-oriented development and high quality of life.
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