Urban Transformation Accelerates Across Istanbul Under the 'Half Is on Us' Housing Scheme

 

Urban Transformation Accelerates Across Istanbul Under the 'Half Is on Us' Housing Scheme

The Ministry of Environment, Urbanization and Climate Change has advanced structural renewal projects across multiple districts of Istanbul under the state-backed "Half Is on Us" (Yarısı Bizden) campaign. Led by Minister Murat Kurum, the program subsidizes half the construction costs for homeowners rebuilding at-risk or non-seismic-compliant residential properties, aiming to accelerate disaster preparedness across vulnerable neighborhoods.

• Source: Daily Sabah

Istanbul Crosses 1-Million Milestone in Earthquake-Resistant Housing Transformation

 

Istanbul Crosses 1-Million Milestone in Earthquake-Resistant Housing Transformation

Urban renewal initiatives aimed at mitigating seismic risks in Istanbul have officially surpassed one million completed residential and commercial units. The milestone was announced during inspections at the Tokatköy urban transformation project located in the Beykoz district. Overseen by the Ministry of Environment, Urbanization and Climate Change, these renewal programs focus on replacing structurally vulnerable building stock with modern, disaster-resilient housing.

• Source Link: Daily Sabah Article