Groundbreaking begins for Allemansland: Deurne's new eco-village with 24 sustainable homes
Residents of Deurne can look forward to a greener future as construction starts on Allemansland, an eco-village featuring 24 sustainable homes and shared facilities. This project highlights community-driven sustainability and offers a new housing option in Noord-Brabant.
| Key Data Point | Details |
|---|---|
| Location | Milhezerweg, Deurne, Noord-Brabant |
| Number of Homes | 24 sustainable houses |
| Developer | CPO association Allemansland in collaboration with Bukkems-Willems |
| Key Features | Energy-efficient wooden houses, animal pasture, natural playground, communal 'Stamhuys' |
| Planned Delivery | 2026–2027 |
| Zoning Plan Finalized | December 2025 |
| Construction Method | Biobased prefab timber system |
The municipality of Deurne plays a facilitating role in this project by ensuring the necessary permits and zoning plans are in place, enabling residents to develop sustainable housing initiatives. Local governments often support such community-driven projects to promote diverse and eco-friendly housing options.
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Start construction of ecovillage Allemansland
At Milhezerweg in Deurne, the starting signal has been given for the construction of Allemansland, a new ecological housing project consisting of 24 sustainable homes and a communal building. The construction is realized by CPO association Allemansland in collaboration with local contractor Bukkems-Willems.
A special milestone after a long process
The project had a long preparation phase, with procedures regarding the zoning plan and legal cases. Since December 2025, both the zoning plan Ecodorp Milhezerweg and the environmental permit are final. Therefore, construction can now officially start.
Green, sustainable and living together
Allemansland is an ecovillage where residents choose for sustainable living, shared facilities and a green living environment. The wooden houses are energy-efficient and the area will feature, among other things, an animal pasture, a natural playground and a communal 'Stamhuys'.
Deputy Helm Verhees (Housing):
“This is a beautiful example of what residents can achieve together. Allemansland contributes to a diverse and sustainable housing offer in Deurne. I am proud of the perseverance of all those involved and glad that we are officially breaking ground today.”
Planning
The houses will be built by Bukkems-Willems together with their regional partners using a biobased prefab timber system. The delivery of the first houses is planned for 2026–2027.
More information can also be found at (Ecovillage) Allemansland - (Ecovillage) Allemansland.