Sliedrecht pushes forward with plans for new 3,000-home district Sliedrecht-Noord
Residents of Sliedrecht can expect major changes as the municipality submits plans for a new residential district, Sliedrecht-Noord. This development aims to meet regional housing needs while addressing water management, traffic, and local living quality concerns.
| Key Data Point | Details |
|---|---|
| Project Name | Sliedrecht-Noord |
| Location | Sliedrecht, Zuid-Holland |
| Housing Goal | Additional homes (exact number not specified) |
| Key Focus Areas | Water management, traffic, public space quality, local housing allocation |
| Province Involvement | Assessment of outline plan, revision of provincial environmental policy |
| Consulted Organizations | Province of South Holland, Rivierenland Water Authority, Rijkswaterstaat, neighbouring municipalities |
| Next Steps | Provincial assessment, administrative agreement with stakeholders |
| Timeline | Outline plan submitted (March 2026), detailed design to follow |
The Municipality of Sliedrecht is responsible for local urban development and housing projects, ensuring they align with provincial and national regulations. The Province of South Holland oversees regional planning, including environmental policies and major housing initiatives like Sliedrecht-Noord.
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Outline plan for Sliedrecht-Noord submitted to the Province of South Holland
The Municipality of Sliedrecht has submitted the outline plan for Sliedrecht-Noord to the Province of South Holland. In a letter to the Provincial Executive, the municipality requests that the plan be assessed and that the procedure for revising the provincial environmental policy be initiated.
This involves including Sliedrecht-Noord on the map of major housing locations outside existing urban and village areas (the so-called 3-hectare map). This is an important step. In February, the municipal council approved the outline plan.
Councillor Ton Spek: “With pride and enthusiasm, the municipal executive submits the outline plan for Sliedrecht-Noord. This plan marks an important milestone and lays the foundation for many additional homes and a Sliedrecht ready for the future. With the outline plan in hand, we will proceed with confidence and energy to the next step. We are happy to take this on in close collaboration with the Province. We are fully convinced that this plan meets the current housing needs in our village and the region.”
Outline plan
The outline plan for Sliedrecht-Noord outlines the main outlines and principles for the new residential district, though without details. It provides an overview of the key components. This includes the location, main shape, primary functions, and the relationship with the surrounding area. It is the first sketch of a plan. The detailed design for this new district will follow later.
Coordination with the Province, water authority, Rijkswaterstaat, and neighbouring municipalities
Various organisations were consulted during the drafting of the outline plan, including the Province of South Holland, Rivierenland Water Authority, Rijkswaterstaat, and the neighbouring municipalities. The water authority has requested extra attention for water management, soil, water quality, and firefighting water supply. Rijkswaterstaat wants further research into the traffic effects on the A15 and at adjacent intersections. Discussions with neighbouring municipalities focused on shared mobility challenges. The municipality will incorporate the results of these consultations into the further development of the plan. In addition, the municipality will continue to engage in dialogue to reach suitable solutions.
Criteria and points of attention
The Province of South Holland has established clear criteria in advance, particularly regarding water management, soil subsidence, traffic, and the types of housing. According to the municipality, the outline plan meets these criteria. In addition, the Sliedrecht municipal council adopted two motions calling for extra attention to the quality of public space and the allocation of housing for local residents. The municipality will take these motions into account in the further development of the plan.
Next steps
In the coming period, the Province of South Holland will assess the outline plan. Subsequently, it will be up to the Province to initiate the procedure for revising the provincial environmental policy. Meanwhile, the Municipality of Sliedrecht is working with the Province, the water authority, and Rijkswaterstaat on an administrative agreement that will guide the further development.