Housing Rehabilitation Project Begins in Setúbal's Bairro Afonso Costa
The Setúbal Municipal Council, in partnership with the São Sebastião Parish Council, has officially launched a major housing rehabilitation project in the Bairro Afonso Costa. The commencement of the works was marked by a public information session held on Friday next to the neighborhood's playground, aimed at engaging the local community directly in the process. The intervention is a key local initiative funded by Portugal's Plano de Recuperação e Resiliência (PRR), or Recovery and Resilience Plan.
The public session was attended by several key officials, including Setúbal's Mayor, André Martins, Vice-Mayor Carla Guerreiro, Councillor Rita Carvalho, and the President of the São Sebastião Parish Council, Luís Matos. They were on hand to present the details of the project and to listen to the concerns and questions from the residents who will be directly impacted by the construction and its outcomes. This approach is intended to ensure the project is carried out with transparency and public participation.
The primary goal of the requalification is to deliver significant improvements to the housing quality and overall living conditions for the residents of Bairro Afonso Costa. The project has been designated as a priority intervention for the neighborhood, which is set to undergo a substantial transformation. The works will focus on structural and aesthetic upgrades to the existing residential buildings, enhancing both safety and comfort.
Mayor André Martins stated that this direct dialogue between the local administration and the population is crucial for the project's success. He emphasized that an open channel of communication will help reinforce the residents' trust in the urban regeneration process and ensure that the final result meets their needs and expectations. The investment from the PRR funds is seen as a critical opportunity to address long-standing issues in the neighborhood's housing stock.
The project's timeline and specific phases were discussed during the meeting, with officials providing clarity on the expected duration of the works and the measures that will be in place to minimize disruption to the daily lives of the residents. The local government has committed to maintaining this line of communication throughout the project's implementation. The Bairro Afonso Costa rehabilitation is one of several urban renewal projects being undertaken in Setúbal, reflecting a broader municipal strategy to modernize the city's residential areas and improve its urban fabric.
This initiative is expected to not only benefit the current inhabitants but also to enhance the overall attractiveness of the neighborhood, potentially leading to a positive impact on local property values. The use of PRR funding for such projects is part of a national effort to leverage European Union support for long-term structural improvements in Portugal's cities and communities. The successful regeneration of Bairro Afonso Costa is anticipated to serve as a model for future interventions in the region.
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