Jun 20, 2025

Prague City Gives Green Light to CZK 300 Million Florenc Upgrade

Prague Morning

Prague City councillors have approved major zoning changes for the Florenc and Masarykovo nádraží areas, paving the way for new housing, a kindergarten, improved public infrastructure.

The decision allows the long-neglected area near the Florenc bus terminal to transform into a modern city district.

Plans include city-owned apartments, a four-class kindergarten, and enhanced public spaces, all designed with environmental sustainability in mind.

This strategic zone spans the borders of Prague 1, Prague 8, and Prague 3, improving the connection between the city center and the rapidly growing district of Karlín.

“The planning agreement we negotiated includes advanced blue-green infrastructure,” said Petr Hlaváček, Deputy Mayor for Territorial and Strategic Development. “A full climate simulation confirmed that measures like green roofs will help mitigate the heat island effect. Newly planted trees will also meet Prague’s urban forestry standards, ensuring strong root systems and sustainable irrigation.”

The project will not only reshape the physical environment but also deliver tangible benefits to local communities. According to city officials, the CZK 300 million in public contributions will be split between Prague 1 and Prague 8, the districts where construction will take place.

In addition to five city-owned apartments, the districts will gain high-quality public spaces, tree-lined boulevards, and public art installations.

One of the most significant local gains is in Prague 8, which will receive a kindergarten for 100 children, several apartments, and financial support for further urban improvements.

Prague 1 Mayor Terezie Radoměřská also welcomed the agreement, stressing that redevelopment would enhance civic amenities and benefit both residents and tourists alike.

The changes align with the results of the Florenc 21 international urban design competition, which attracted top studios across Europe. These proposals will shape the appearance of new buildings, traffic solutions, and public space layout in the redeveloped area.

The changes were reviewed through a transparent process involving public consultation, feedback from city districts, and input from relevant authorities.

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