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Massive Urban Complex Planned Above Highway 1 Near Jerusalem
The Jerusalem District Planning and Building Commission has approved for deposit a major urban development project in Mevaseret Zion, to be built above Highway 1 at the Harel Interchange. Initiated by the Israel Land Authority, the project spans approximately 37 to 39 dunams and aims to transform the current transportation hub into a vibrant urban center that connects the two parts of the community currently separated by the highway.
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- 01The Jerusalem District Planning and Building Commission approved a major urban development project above Highway 1 at the Harel Interchange in Mevaseret Zion.
- 02The project, initiated by the Israel Land Authority, covers an area of approximately 37 to 39 dunams.
- 03The development includes 200 new housing units, with 100 apartments designated for long-term rental for 15 years.
- 04The plan features an additional 300 units designated for sheltered housing or special housing needs.
- 05The complex will provide 26,000 square meters of commercial and employment space and 4,700 square meters for public services.
- 06Buildings in the complex will rise up to six stories according to Maariv, or up to nine stories according to Ice and Kipa.
- 07Infrastructure upgrades will include a public transportation hub, a park-and-ride facility, and pedestrian-friendly zones.
The plan features 200 new housing units, with 50 percent, or about 100 apartments, designated for long-term rental for a period of 15 years. The remaining apartments are intended for private sale. Additionally, the development includes 300 units designated for sheltered housing or special housing needs.
To create a multi-use urban space, the project will add approximately 26,000 square meters of commercial and employment space, alongside 4,700 square meters for public services. The buildings in the complex will rise up to six stories according to Maariv, or up to nine stories according to Ice and Kipa, integrating residential, commercial, and public functions.
Infrastructure upgrades are also a key part of the plan, including traffic regulation at the Harel Interchange, pedestrian-friendly zones, and tree planting. The development will feature a public transportation hub with a park-and-ride facility, as well as underground parking.
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