Renovation transforms former Westendorp school into temporary housing for Ukrainian refugees
The municipality of Oude IJsselstreek is renovating the former De Knienenbult school to provide better temporary housing for Ukrainian refugees. Residents will gain more privacy with upgraded facilities like private kitchens and showers, improving their living conditions during displacement.
| Key Data Point | Details |
|---|---|
| Location | Westendorp, Oude IJsselstreek |
| Building | Former De Knienenbult primary school |
| Contractor | Bouwbedrijf Klomp (Lunteren) |
| Funding | Dutch government subsidy |
| Current Residents | Ukrainian refugees from De Wegwijzer |
| Upgrades | Private kitchens, showers, small apartments |
| Goal | Sustainable, long-term shelter solutions |
The municipality of Oude IJsselstreek is responsible for local housing and refugee shelter policies, ensuring safe and dignified living conditions for displaced individuals. This renovation aligns with their duty to provide temporary yet sustainable housing solutions for vulnerable groups.
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Renovation of De Knienenbult in Westendorp begins
The municipality of Oude IJsselstreek will soon begin renovating the former De Knienenbult primary school in Westendorp.
The construction work has already been awarded to Bouwbedrijf Klomp from Lunteren. The renovation will be carried out with a subsidy from the Dutch government. After the renovation of De Knienenbult, the current residents of the Ukrainian refugee shelter De Wegwijzer in Sinderen will temporarily move to this location. Subsequently, De Wegwijzer itself will be renovated.
Both buildings are currently less suitable for long-term stays. For example, there are too few showers and kitchens. Therefore, both buildings will be converted into small apartments, with more private facilities for residents.
With these adjustments, the municipality aims to provide better and more sustainable shelter facilities, offering residents more privacy and their own amenities.