The Almaty city Maslikhat has adopted the "Almaty Housing Renovation Program until 2030", which aims to improve the living conditions of citizens, update the urban environment and prevent an increase in dilapidated housing stock.
JSC Social and Entrepreneurial Corporation of Almaty (SEC) has been appointed as the program administrator, and Almaty Renovation LLP (formerly the Capital Construction Enterprise of the Akimat of Almaty) has been appointed as the authorized organization.
The program covers dilapidated apartment buildings up to two floors built between 1930 and 1980, as well as individual residential buildings, industrial, commercial and other facilities requiring renovation of the territory and infrastructure. Its implementation will be carried out in accordance with the Almaty Master Plan until 2040, which provides for the development of residential areas, taking into account the density of buildings, accessibility of social, engineering and transport infrastructure, as well as modern safety and aesthetic requirements.
One of the key features of the new program was the introduction of mechanisms to protect the rights of homeowners and improve interaction with residents and the public.
Categories of Renovation Program Facilities
Investment-unattractive (category 1):
• Facilities located on red lines or intended for the construction of engineering infrastructure, social, or other facilities. • The purchase and demolition of such buildings will be carried out by the Akimat of the city, in accordance with the norms of land legislation.
Investment-unattractive (category 2):
• Facilities intended for the construction of priority residential, social, and commercial buildings for the city. • The relocation of residents and the release of plots will be handled by housing and communal services, and the land will be sold to investors at market value.
Investment-attractive (category 3):
• Facilities located within neighborhoods, polycenters, or industrial areas that require comprehensive renovation. • The relocation of residents and demolition of such facilities will be financed by investors.
Compensation Options for Owners of Dilapidated Housing
There are three compensation options for owners of dilapidated housing:
1. Barter agreement: The exchange of old housing for new on a room-for-room basis, regardless of the number of residents.
2. Transfer of ownership agreement: Equivalent housing is provided after the completion of a new house. Until then, residents are provided with temporary housing.
3. Purchase and sale agreement: Purchase of housing at market value determined by an independent appraisal company.
Conditions for relocation and demolition of buildings
1. Relocation and demolition of buildings will be carried out only with the consent of all owners.
2. For citizens with special needs, conditions are provided for relocation to the first floors or to buildings equipped with elevators, ramps and barrier-free access.
3. Particular attention is paid to the demolition of frame-reed houses and buildings located on tectonic faults, which will ensure the safety of residents of the metropolis.
By 2030, it is planned to renovate at least 676 dilapidated houses, which will allow the relocation of about 7,500 owners to modern comfortable apartments.
