Israel Land Authority
Israeli-media coverage mentioning Israel Land Authority, translated into English and compared across sources. 48 recent stories.
Israel Advances Major Urban Renewal Plans in Be'er Ya'akov, Haifa Bay, and Kiryat Yam
Israel is advancing major urban renewal projects including a 9,600-unit redevelopment in Be'er Ya'akov, mixed-use transformation plans in Haifa Bay, and a 826-unit renewal in Kiry…
Kardan CEO Warns Next Israeli Real Estate Crisis Will Be Much Worse Than Current One
Amos Dabush, CEO of Kardan Real Estate, warns that Israel's next real estate crisis will be far worse than the current market slowdown due to halted land sales, rising constructio…
Meir Shamir's Energy Firm Negotiates Major Stake in Menashe Regional Power Plant
Meir Shamir's Shamir Energy is negotiating to acquire a majority stake in a power plant project in the Menashe Regional Council, valued up to 1.5 billion shekels pending final app…
Israeli Government Expands Housing Benefits for Reservists with New Discounted Units and Plots
The Israeli government has expanded a housing program offering 20,000 discounted apartments and land plots to reservists over two years, increasing their allocation to 75%. Despit…
Leading Israeli Real Estate Firms Propose Payment Relief to Boost Office Sector
Top Israeli commercial real estate firms formed a forum to request government relief on land payments and taxes to revive the struggling office sector. They propose partial land r…
Israel Resolves 35-Year Dispute to Open 120,000 Dunams for Solar Energy Above Agriculture
Israel Land Authority resolves a 35-year dispute over Negev agricultural lands, opening 120,000 dunams for combined solar energy and farming projects. The agreement enables 34 mos…
Israel Opens Refurbished Nature Trails and Springs for Summer Refreshment
The Israel Land Authority has restored and opened multiple nature trails and springs nationwide for free public access this summer, enhancing ecological preservation and visitor f…
National Security Minister Ben Gvir Criticizes Land Enforcement Chief Over Enforcement Drop in Negev
Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir accused Avi Cohen, head of the Land Enforcement Authority, of reducing enforcement efforts against illegal construction in the N…
Avissaror Reveals Narrow Margins and Risks in Lod Residential Project Ahead of IPO
Avissaror disclosed that its Lod residential project faces less than 7% gross profit margin, with most apartments unsold and risk of losses if prices fall. The project is part of…
Haifa Court Rules Son’s 'Heir' Status Does Not Grant Automatic Agricultural Rights in Northern Moshav
The Haifa District Court ruled that a son’s 1991 "heir son" status does not grant him full ownership of a northern moshav farm. The mother’s 2022 will dividing the estate among he…
Tel Aviv Homeowner Discovers Property Owned by Municipality After 65 Years, Sues for 26 Million Shekels
A Tel Aviv homeowner discovered his property was expropriated and owned by the municipality since 1984, a fact hidden from him when he bought it in 1997. He is now suing the Israe…
193 Buyers Sue Developer Oded Shriki for Delays in Major Bnei Brak Housing Project
Developer Oded Shriki is sued by 193 buyers for 15 million shekels over nearly one-year delays in delivering apartments in a major Bnei Brak housing project tied to the Price for…
Israeli Authorities Demolish Illegal Buildings in Kafr Qasim and Bi'ina
The Israel Land Authority and police demolished illegal buildings in Kafr Qasim and Bi'ina following final court rulings, aiming to enforce land laws and promote regulated develop…
Israel’s Land Authority to Close Unusual Tender Wave Offering 7,390 Housing Units Outside Demand Areas
The Israel Land Authority is closing a rare wave of tenders this week offering 7,390 housing units, all outside Israel’s main demand areas, amid leadership instability and a slow…
Aura Launches Major Housing Sale Across Five Israeli Cities with Club Haver
Aura is launching a major housing sale with Club Haver across five Israeli cities, offering discounts and flexible payments. The campaign runs from tomorrow until August 19 and re…
Key Legal Checks Before Signing a Real Estate Sale Agreement in Israel
Before signing a real estate sale agreement in Israel, buyers must conduct thorough legal and factual checks, including verifying property rights, matching legal status with actua…
National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir Clashes with Bedouin During Negev Tree Planting Preparations
National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir confronted a Bedouin during tree planting preparations in the Negev, affirming a strict policy against illegal land use and emphasizing…
Rising Doubts Over Israel’s Discounted Housing Program as Market Prices Shift
Israel’s discounted housing program faces scrutiny as some winners find market prices and additional costs erode its benefits, exemplified by a Harish lottery where a winner ranke…
One in Five Israeli Reservists Wins Discounted Apartment in Latest Lottery
The Israeli Ministry of Construction announced that nearly 20% of reservists who entered the 11th "Discounted Apartment" lottery won the chance to buy apartments at reduced prices…
Jerusalem’s Mishkenot HaUma Records Record Sale of Duplex Penthouse for 12.25 Million Shekels
A duplex penthouse in Jerusalem’s Mishkenot HaUma sold for a record 12.25 million shekels, marking the highest price in the project. The apartment’s location near government offic…
Israeli Police Seize Weapons, Vehicles, and Illegal Fuel in Massive Negev Operation
Israeli police carried out a major crackdown in the Negev towns of Rahat and Tarabin, seizing weapons, vehicles worth millions of shekels, illegal fuel, and spoiled meat. Ten susp…
Contamination Concerns at Tel Aviv’s Sde Dov Spur Buyer Demands for Contract Exit Options
Six months after PFAS contamination was found at Tel Aviv’s Sde Dov site, disputes over responsibility and testing have intensified. The Ministry of Environmental Protection deman…
Israel's Land Authority and Police Demolish Illegal Structures in Lakiya Following Court Orders
The Israel Land Authority and police demolished three illegal compounds in Lakiya, Negev, following court rulings against 52 defendants from the Al-Asad family who refused offered…
Israeli Knesset Approves One-Year Tax Exemption for Agro-Voltaic Solar Panels Over Farmland
The Israeli Knesset approved a one-year exemption from betterment tax for solar panels installed over farmland, promoting agro-voltaic projects that combine agriculture with renew…
Northern District Appeals Committee Approves Student Dormitory Project in Safed
The Northern District Appeals Committee approved the Safed Academic College's student dormitory project after overturning the local planning committee's refusal. The decision allo…
Jeruham Council Head Clashes With KKL Chair Over Naming and Funding of Second Largest Israeli Lake Park
Jeruham Council Head Nili Aharon clashed with KKL Chair Eyal Ostrinsky over the naming and funding of Lake Jeruham park, leading to her police detention and hospitalization. The d…
Investigation Uncovers Corruption in Northern Israel’s Ein Yaakov Moshav Committee, Leading to Dismissal
The Ministry of Economy dismissed Ein Yaakov moshav’s cooperative committee after uncovering systemic corruption in land management and unauthorized sales. A controversial tourism…
Financial Collapse Halts Construction of 7-Building Housing Project in Kfar Bara
Top Capital and Phoenix seek court intervention to appoint a receiver over a stalled 7-building housing project in Kfar Bara due to Megad Lemishtaken's 65 million shekel debt. Con…
Preshkovsky Launches Digital Real Estate Auction With 15 Million Shekel Marketing Campaign
Preshkovsky is launching a 72-hour digital auction on August 9 for new apartments across Israel, with minimum prices set below market rates and a 25,000 shekel participation guara…
KKL Chairman Condemns Yeruham Mayor’s Violent Council Clash Over Park Funding Dispute
Yeruham Mayor Nili Aharon violently confronted police at Omer council amid a dispute with KKL over halted park funding. KKL chairman Eyal Ostrinsky condemned her actions and denie…
Israeli Energy Firm KESAA Keeps Executive Bonuses Secret Despite Legal Battle
KESAA, an Israeli government energy company, has kept executive bonus payments secret despite a two-year legal effort by a nonprofit seeking transparency. The company relies on a…
Smotrich Secures Key West Bank Civilian Posts Without Public Tender Ahead of Elections
Bezalel Smotrich has secured exemptions from public tender and extended appointments for key West Bank civilian administration roles, reinforcing his control ahead of elections. T…
Shaviro Group Buys Ramat Hasharon Plot for 230 Million Shekels, Marking 23% Price Drop in Five Years
The Shaviro Group won a land auction in southern Ramat Hasharon for 230 million shekels to build 128 apartments, marking a 23% price drop per unit compared to five years ago. The…
Yishpro-Tanufort Joins Ari Real Estate in Major G City Acquisition Deal
Yishpro-Tanufort partners with Ari Real Estate to jointly acquire a controlling stake in G City from Norstar for 661 million shekels, aiming to develop and enhance the global real…
Traffic Jams Hit Jerusalem Entrance Due to Roadworks and Union Protest
Roadworks and a Histadrut union protest blocking key parking lots caused heavy traffic at Jerusalem's entrance.
Israeli Planning Committee Exempts Solar Panels in Moshav Private Plots from Improvement Tax
Israel's Planning Appeals Committee ruled that solar panel installations on privately owned agricultural plots in moshavim are exempt from improvement tax, enabling broader solar…
Finance Minister Smotrich Orders Immediate Damage Assessment After Major Fire in West Bank's Gilead Farm
Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich visited Gilead Farm after a large fire destroyed homes and infrastructure, ordering immediate damage assessments and compensation. Local leaders…
Israeli Housing Market Faces Conflicting Price Forecasts Amid Election Uncertainty
As Israel approaches elections, the housing market faces conflicting forecasts with buyers and developers pausing amid political uncertainty. High interest rates and abundant supp…
Yehuda Eliyahu Appointed Acting CEO of Israel Land Authority After Supreme Court Overturns Permanent Appointment
Following the Supreme Court's annulment of his permanent appointment, Yehuda Eliyahu was named acting CEO of the Israel Land Authority for three months amid legal and political co…
Israeli High Court Cancels Yehuda Eliyahu's Appointment as Head of Israel Land Authority
The Israeli Supreme Court canceled Yehuda Eliyahu's appointment as CEO of the Israel Land Authority, ordering a renewed selection process with a revised committee. Eliyahu will st…
Environmental Group Files Lawsuit to Demolish Illegal Construction at Netanya's Blue Bay Beach
Adam Teva V'Din filed a lawsuit demanding demolition of illegal construction at Netanya's Blue Bay Beach, citing environmental harm and public access restrictions. The petition ta…
Israel Signs Historic Housing and Infrastructure Deal for Samaria Regional Council
Israel's government signed a historic master agreement with the Samaria Regional Council to build 12,000 housing units and invest over 8 billion shekels in infrastructure and deve…
Israeli Land Authority Plans Eviction of 70-Year-Old Nes Ziona Synagogue Amid City Dispute
The Israel Land Authority plans to evict the 70-year-old Ezrat Achim synagogue in Nes Ziona due to lack of alternative land from the municipality. The synagogue association accuse…
Investor Unites Neighborhood in Arad to Salvage Real Estate Project Amid Rising Costs
Israeli Supreme Court Orders Yehuda Eliyahu to End Tenure as Head of Israel Land Authority by July 19
The Israeli Supreme Court ordered Yehuda Eliyahu to end his role as CEO of the Israel Land Authority by July 19, citing conflicts of interest in his appointment process. The court…
Israeli Housing Cabinet to Set Annual Construction Targets for First Time Amid Market Crisis
Israel's Housing Cabinet will meet for the first time in over a year to set a historic annual housing construction target of 75,000 units for 2026, alongside other quantitative go…
Israeli Courts Approve Bedouin Evictions and Advance Long-Stalled Housing Plan in Rehovot
The Beersheba District Court upheld eviction orders against Bedouin residents in Kanaim Valley, affecting dozens of structures and reinforcing state land rights. Meanwhile, a plan…
Housing Ministry Bars Draft-Dodging Haredim From Discounted Housing, Sparking Outcry
Israel's Housing Ministry has barred Haredi men who have not regularized their military service status from discounted housing lotteries, sparking strong condemnation from Haredi…
