Thousands of Apartments in Ramla and New Dorms at Weizmann Institute Approved
Planning committees have approved a 1,700-apartment project in Ramla's industrial zone and a new student dormitory complex at the Weizmann Institute in Rehovot.
Planning committees continue to promote construction around future metro stations: in Ramla, a plan for 1,700 apartments in the industrial zone has been deposited, and in Rehovot, a new dormitory complex for the Weizmann Institute has been finally approved.
Urban Renewal in Ramla
The Central District Planning and Building Committee, chaired by Adv. Micha Gedron, has decided to deposit an urban renewal plan for the industrial zone in Ramla, known as 'Sha'ar Tzafon Ramla' (North Ramla Gate). The plan seeks to renew the city's northern industrial zone, located near the future Tel Hai metro station, Route 40, and the Brown Line of the mass transit system.
The complex was declared a 'pinui-binui' (evacuation-construction) project under the Urban Renewal Authority Law, allowing for tax benefits to strengthen economic feasibility. The plan includes high-rise mixed-use buildings, employment and commerce zones, and the regulation of housing in the old Gan HaKal neighborhood.
Prepared by Yaar Architects, the plan includes about 1,700 apartments in 9-30 story buildings. The housing mix features 350 units of protected housing, 360 units for long-term rental, and emphasizes small to medium-sized apartments (about 60% up to 80 sqm). Additionally, the plan provides for 588,000 sqm of employment space and significant public areas.
New Dormitories at Weizmann Institute
The Central District Committee has approved a plan for a new student dormitory complex at the Weizmann Institute of Science in Rehovot, located near the future Weizmann Institute metro station and the Rehovot Israel Railways station. The plan includes 805 housing units for students and staff, along with 900 sqm of commercial space on Herzl Street.
Designed by Kimmel Eshkolot Architects, the project involves the demolition of the existing Sami Ofer dormitory and the construction of four new buildings, including two 25-story towers. The design emphasizes the preservation of mature trees on the site. This initiative aims to meet the growing housing demand for the institute's international student and researcher community.
