Restoration of Trust
Cortelande has long been on the radar for housing construction. The construction of the new village Cortelande involves 8,000 homes and 2 new business parks. Mr. Kuijken was appointed to restore trust between the various stakeholders. Rijkswaterstaat, the Hoogheemraadschap of Schieland and the Krimpenerwaard had expressed concerns about water management, soil quality, and mobility. After an intensive process, these parties have come up with a package of measures. This has restored trust.
Concrete Measures
The municipality of Zuidplas, the province of South Holland, the Hoogheemraadschap of Schieland and the Krimpenerwaard, landowners, and the State have jointly worked on concrete measures in the areas of mobility, water, soil, and financing. All parties endorse the package and intend to formalize it in the coming months so that decision-making can be completed. The first phase – good for over 2,500 homes – can start in 2028.
Continuation and Completion
Mr. Kuijken will remain involved as an advisor until all agreements are formally established and a sustainable implementation organization can be set up. This brings the realization of the new village Cortelande in the municipality of Zuidplas closer.
