20 3 Buildings Living in Zuidas raised much heavy discussion in 2018. Social housing in Zuidas. Some say it does not exist, others think it is ridiculous. The municipal policy does not differ for Zuidas from the rest of the city’s districts. To achieve sufficient affordable and good housing it is suggested all new developments are divided into four residential types: 40% social rental residences, 40% mid-range residences and 20% is reserved for the free-market sector (for sale and for rent). The location of Zuidas coupled with Zuidasdok makes it one of the most accessible residential areas in The Netherlands. This great accessibility makes Zuidas a high-density place for living and working. The residential needs and the infrastructure available make high-rise apartments a logical and fitting solution. A complete city district The municipality has been transforming Zuidas from an exclusively business district into a mixed Amsterdam city district with Living on the De Boelengracht | Photo: Jan Vonk
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