Neighborhood plan for Hlíðar

Neighborhood plan for Hlíðar

Dear residents of Háteigur, Hlíðar, and Öskjuhlíð neighborhoods!

The final proposals for the neighborhood plan are now public. The official presentation period for these proposals is from November 16, 2023, to January 11, 2024. During this time, you can submit comments on the proposals through the Planning Portal, which is hosted by the Planning Agency.

Please note that all comments are public documents and, as required by law, will be published, along with responses from the Planning Officer, when the proposals are submitted to the Planning Agency for enactment.

At the bottom of the page, you can access all the planning documents including the planning provisions, general report, and outline plans. Planning support documents are also available; these include the planning description, community survey, and consultation report.
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Idea search and policy making
Idea search and policy making
Presentation of working proposals
Presentation of working proposals
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Presentation of final proposals
Neighborhood plan enacted
Neighborhood plan enacted

My property

The plan allows for extensive additions and alterations to residential buildings. It is also permissible in many areas to create accessory apartments within existing residences or in garages. This facilitates easier modifications for property owners and makes costly and time-consuming hearing notification procedures and land-use plan changes largely unnecessary.

 

You can explore the general focus of the neighborhood plan that forms the basis of these proposals. Additionally, there is further information on how these proposals are detailed in the Hlíðar neighborhood plan.

My neighborhood

The city is constantly evolving. A neighborhood plan aims to allow established neighborhoods to grow and adapt to changing priorities while preserving their unique traits and character. This approach helps us look to the future while protecting the spirit of each community—the heartbeat of every neighborhood.

You can explore the general focus of the neighborhood plan that forms the basis of these proposals. Additionally, there is further information on how these proposals are detailed in the Hlíðar neighborhood plan.

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Green initiatives

The neighborhood plan emphasizes preserving greenery and enhancing Klambratún as one of the city's most important public spaces. Designated play areas and tranquil spaces encourage outdoor activities and improved public health. There is also consideration for waste sorting and permissions for urban farming.

You can explore the general focus of the neighborhood plan that forms the basis of these proposals. Additionally, there is further information on how these proposals are detailed in the Hlíðar neighborhood plan.

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Eco-friendly transportation

There is a strong focus on improving conditions for eco-friendly transportation in the neighborhood plan and reducing disturbances from vehicular traffic. Increased use of eco-friendly modes of transport aligns with the goal of developing sustainable neighborhoods with more shopping and services in mixed and dense areas.

You can explore the general focus of the neighborhood plan that forms the basis of these proposals. Additionally, there is further information on how these proposals are detailed in the Hlíðar neighborhood plan.

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Major development sites in my neighborhood

Here you can learn about the designated major development sites for dwellings in Reykjavík's municipal plan. These sites aren't part of the neighborhood plan; a specific land-use plan must be developed for them if it hasn't been completed already. The municipal plan stipulates that further densification opportunities should be explored in the neighborhood planning process.

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What is a neighborhood plan?

The neighborhood plan is a land-use plan for established neighborhoods aiming to make them more eco-friendly, sustainable, and evolve the community in line with new focuses.

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Consultation

Residents have an opportunity to influence the planning process.