Sint-Maartensdijk residents transform street into climate-resilient green space
Residents of Koningin Julianastraat in Sint-Maartensdijk celebrated their street’s greener future after a community effort. New rainwater systems and permeable paving now reduce flooding, while planting beds and activities highlighted how collaboration makes neighborhoods more sustainable and livable.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Location | Koningin Julianastraat, Sint-Maartensdijk (Tholen, Zeeland) |
| Date of Event | March 11, 2026 |
| Organizers | Municipality of Tholen, Stadlander.nl, residents |
| Project Features | Rainwater sewer, permeable paving, flower-rich planting beds |
| Participants | Residents, children, council members Corniel van Leeuwen & Peter Hoek, Stadlander |
| Activities | Planting, games, climate table, explanations on greening |
| Outcome | Climate-resilient street with reduced waterlogging risk |
The municipality of Tholen oversees local infrastructure and urban development, ensuring streets are safe, sustainable, and climate-adaptive. Stadlander, a housing corporation, manages residential properties and collaborates with local governments to improve living environments, focusing on quality and sustainability.
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Garden afternoon marks greening of street in Sint-Maartensdijk
A garden afternoon was held on Wednesday, March 11, in Koningin Julianastraat in Sint-Maartensdijk. Residents, children, the municipality of Tholen, and Stadlander came together to celebrate the completion of the street’s redesign.
The street has recently been redeveloped, with new homes built and the outdoor space made greener. A rainwater sewer has also been installed to reduce waterlogging during heavy rainfall. The parking spaces feature permeable paving stones, allowing rainwater to seep into the ground more effectively.
During the garden afternoon, local residents and children took part in further greening efforts. Flower-rich planting beds were created, and various activities were organized for residents and children, including games, a climate table, and explanations on how greenery can help combat waterlogging.
Council members Corniel van Leeuwen and Peter Hoek, along with Paul Huijsdens, board member of Stadlander, officially opened the event. They then joined residents and children in planting greenery.
According to Council member Corniel van Leeuwen, the afternoon clearly demonstrates the project’s goals:
“Greening is something we do together. The municipality is working with Stadlander, but ultimately, it’s the residents who make their street greener.”
Stadlander also emphasized the importance of a pleasant living environment. Board member Paul Huijsdens stated:
“The residents have truly found a home here. It’s not just the home itself that matters, but also the surroundings.”
The garden afternoon highlighted how a street can gradually become greener and more climate-resilient through collaboration between residents, the municipality, and the housing corporation.