The conference on the requirements and solutions

2024 february 6

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The first conference on the requirements and solutions for the production, barrier removal, and support of housing and urban construction in Tehran

Given the importance of housing construction in the thirteenth government and the Tehran Municipality, and in line with the formation of the housing supply jihad base in the municipality, which is the responsibility of the Deputy for Architecture and Urban Planning of the Tehran Municipality, the first conference on the “Requirements, Solutions for the Production, Barrier Removal, and Support of Housing and Urban Construction in Tehran” will be held by the Deputy for Architecture and Urban Planning of the Municipality, in collaboration with relevant organizations and sponsored by General Cabin Company, which is active in the production of elevator cabins. The conference aims to be attended by the Minister of Roads and Urban Development, the Head of the Tehran City Council, the Mayor of Tehran, members of the City Council and district mayors of Tehran as well as a large number of developers, activists, and relevant associations in the housing and construction sector.

Conference objectives:

Collaboration and cooperation of the private sector and housing and construction activists with the Tehran Municipality to utilize the capacities in the field of housing and construction production.
Establishment of regional housing supply jihad bases in 22 districts.
Focus on dilapidated, inefficient, residential, and non-residential structures as the most important basis for housing supply.
Preparation in Tehran and the issuance of an updated and efficient incentive policy for the rejuvenation of dilapidated and unstable structures, and utilization of the capacities of these areas for housing production.
Identification, activation, and utilization of all resource supply methods in the land and construction sector, diversifying financial instruments that can be used for housing supply.
Revision and update of housing construction incentive regulations to make construction and development easier for residents and investors.
Identification of suitable lands for housing production and providing the groundwork for the implementation of residential projects in these areas.
Renovation of dilapidated residential areas in Tehran, including self-owned districts and areas under the control of governmental organizations (civil, military, law enforcement, etc.).
Utilization of the capacities of lands owned by the government or municipality in dilapidated and inefficient neighborhoods (such as Siroos, Nafar Abad, etc.) to create a complete regeneration pattern at the neighborhood level.
Agreement exchanges with large property owners, organizations, and applicants for housing production.
Identification and elimination of obstacles to the advancement of large residential projects across the city.
Reduction of time for inquiries, obtaining permits, and issuing licenses for construction projects.
Development of a plan for all inefficient and abandoned lands in Tehran, to utilize the capacities of these areas in housing and construction supply, and affordable housing, and the immediate approval of the plans prepared by the relevant authorities.
Drafting and issuing the guidelines of Article 55, Clause 21 of the Municipality Law to provide affordable housing, emphasizing the establishment of public rental housing by the Tehran Municipality.
Other matters that can be discussed and reviewed in the mentioned areas.

Complete Report of the Conference

Holding conferences and exhibitions is always of utmost importance, and you should take these events seriously. Based on this, the first conference on the requirements and solutions for housing production and barrier removal in Tehran was held on February 4, 2022. The housing market in a metropolis like Tehran is tumultuous, and it requires fundamental planning and organization. This grand event was supported by the General Cabin Company and achieved significant outcomes. In this report, we will provide a special insight into this important event from the General Cabin website. Stay tuned with us.

The establishment of Jihad Bases for Housing Construction in the Greater Tehran Metropolitan Area Studies indicates that the population of Tehran is continuously increasing. Consequently, the demand for housing in the city is higher than ever. Therefore, the conference on production solutions specifically addressed this issue. Eventually, it was decided to establish Jihad working groups in all 22 districts of Tehran to expedite the housing construction movement.

Assessing the Necessity of Renovating Dilapidated Residential Units at the Conference

One of the most crucial topics addressed at this conference was the necessity of renovating old residential units. Thousands of dilapidated houses in Tehran can pose serious risks to their residents. Therefore, in the conference on production solutions and housing barrier removal in Tehran, the issue of renovating residential units was emphasized. In addition, some incentive schemes were formulated to encourage contractors to focus on this matter. Throughout the conference, dilapidated areas were recognized as the most important ground for constructing new buildings that should be used extensively.

Assessing the Necessity of Renovating Dilapidated Residential Units at the Conference

Analyzing the Permit Acquisition Conditions for Construction Projects in Tehran

One of the issues severely affecting contractors and developers is the presence of numerous regulations in the field of construction. According to studies, a large portion of buildings are left unfinished due to problems related to permits and various inquiries. Moreover, rigid regulations can prolong the construction duration of residential units. Since the conference on production solutions and housing barrier removal aimed to facilitate construction, this important topic was specifically discussed. It was determined that some of the cumbersome regulations should change. Undoubtedly, simplifying administrative processes related to construction will greatly accelerate housing production in Tehran.

Drafting a Strategy for Inefficient Lands in Tehran

If you carefully examine different parts of Tehran, you will notice the presence of inefficient lands in various areas. Therefore, the various capacities in this sector must be thoroughly examined. The abandoned lands in Tehran have created an excellent opportunity for the creation of new residential units, which must be given attention. Throughout the conference on housing production solutions and barrier removal in Tehran, the importance of utilizing these lands was emphasized multiple times, and various discussions were held in this regard. Additionally, a special plan for creating affordable housing on these lands was considered. undoubtedly, the implementation of this program will allow a larger portion of the population to experience homeownership. It was also decided that these plans should quickly be approved so that much time is not lost on this matter.

Who Participated in the Tehran Housing Production Solutions Conference?

In general, many active individuals in the construction industry participated in this important conference. The construction teams formed a significant portion of the audience for this conference. These individuals became familiar with new capacities in this field and expressed their readiness to increase housing production in Tehran. Building material manufacturers were another group of participants in this conference. These companies also committed to supplying construction materials to facilitate housing production. Certainly, with an increase in the production of building materials, the construction speed will also correspondingly increase. Consulting engineers were another group of individuals who actively participated in the first conference on housing production solutions and barrier removal. These individuals also presented their suggestions for increasing housing production, which received significant attention. Apart from the mentioned factors, educational and research centers also actively participated in this conference. These centers presented innovative plans for producing affordable housing. All individuals present at this conference were striving to increase the production of affordable housing in Tehran to improve the living standards for the people in this regard.

Special Invitations for the Tehran Housing Production Solutions Conference

Different speakers were invited to attend this event, each of whom shared their perspectives. Representatives from the parliament and members of the Tehran City Council discussed the importance of removing barriers to housing construction in Tehran. Officials from the Ministry of Roads and Urban Development also actively participated in this conference and pledged to create the necessary infrastructure. Considering that this conference was for Tehran, officials from the Tehran Municipality and Tehran Governorate were specifically invited.

General Cabin: Special Sponsor of the Tehran Housing Production Solutions Conference

Considering the constant increase in the housing needs of the people in Tehran, General Cabin Company decided to sponsor this important conference to promote housing production in Tehran. The General Cabin production group specializes in the manufacture of elevator equipment. Due to their activities in the construction sector, they specifically chose to organize this conference. Based on the achievements of this conference, this company fully fulfilled its mission in this regard. General Cabin Company can effectively fulfill its role in supplying elevator equipment such as cabins. Certainly, if other companies, like General Cabin, take action in this direction, the housing production movement will gain even more momentum.

The first conference on housing production solutions and barrier removal in Tehran prompted many industry participants to realize the necessity of increased housing construction in Tehran. Studies show that housing prices in Tehran are high for a large portion of the population. Thus, a special initiative should be formed for housing production in Tehran. General Cabin Company took on the responsibility of sponsoring this crucial conference to effectively fulfill its duty in this area.