Emphasis on Urban Transformation and Environment in Kocaeli from Minister Kurum

Speaking at the Cedit Neighborhood Urban Transformation Project drawing of lots ceremony held at the Kocaeli Congress Center, Minister Kurum emphasized that urban transformation is not a choice for Turkey, but an obligation.

Importance of Kocaeli and Environmental Projects

Speaking at the Cedit Neighborhood Urban Transformation Project 1,097 Housing Units Drawing of Lots Ceremony held at the Kocaeli Congress Center, Kurum said that Kocaeli has been the front door of Anatolia in every period of history and is a city that has carried Turkey's burden with its production, industry, and employment.

Drawing attention to the Marmara Sea Protection Action Plan, Kurum stated that 2.4 million cubic meters of sludge were removed from the bottom of the İzmit Gulf through bottom sludge cleaning.

Earthquake Reality and Urban Transformation

Stating that Kocaeli is a city that has experienced an earthquake, Kurum noted that the 1999 earthquake showed how vital preparation, strong institutions, and rapid intervention are.

He expressed that the disaster of the century once again showed that urban transformation in Turkey is not a choice, but an obligation.

Cedit Neighborhood Housing Deliveries

Stating that 1,105 independent sections with parks, green areas, and social amenities have been completed in the center of İzmit, Kurum announced that contracts will be signed shortly and key handovers will begin on Monday.

Regarding the debts, he emphasized that the June 2023 criteria are taken as a basis and no additional price increase will be made.