New Environment Vision
The world around us is changing. We need new homes, clean energy, space for greenery, a healthy living environment and more. However, space is limited, so not everything is possible. With the new Environment Vision, we are making choices for the future of our municipality. Because Leeuwarden is growing, moving and changing. The Leeuwarden of tomorrow: what do you see?
What is the Environment Vision?
The Environment Vision is the plan for the future for everything you see around you: from living to traffic and from playing to entrepreneurship. The local authority uses the document as an aid in making good choices. After all, what should we do when the number of people who need a home exceeds the number of homes available? What if we need room for clean energy, but we also want more green spaces? In the Environment Vision, we set out how we will use the limited space available in the city, villages and the outlying area. Now and in the future.
Why a new vision?
Our current Environment Vision is several years old. Over time, the environment and our needs change, and new rules are added regularly. We are dealing with major issues such as housing construction, the climate, energy, nature and improving districts and villages.
The old vision is no longer a good match for these developments. That is why we are making a new Environment Vision: a plan for the future that addresses the challenges of today and also gives direction to the choices we will make leading up to 2050.
Would you like to know more about the current policy and the plans? Go to the Environment Vision page.
How can you contribute your thoughts?
We want more housing, green spaces, sustainable energy and nice places to live. However, space in our city comes at a premium. That is why we are creating a new Environment Vision, setting out how we intend to make use of the available space. Would you like to participate in creating the future of your city, village or neighbourhood?
If so, come to an Environment Cafe and join the discussion. You can register for these events.
- 23 April: 7.30pm – 9.30pm, location Het Mozaïek, Droppingsstraat 14, Leeuwarden.
Let’s make the City of Leeuwarden a greener place. (opens in new tab)
How can we create space in Leeuwarden for nature, energy and food?
- 21 May: 7.30pm – 9.30pm, location Het Mozaïek, Droppingsstraat 14, Leeuwarden.
Leeuwarden: how can we live in our city longer and with greater happiness? (opens in new tab)
Together, we discuss living, moving, meeting and healthcare.
- You can find us in Stiens on the Tuesday market on 21 April from 2 to 5pm. You do not need an appointment to attend.
Follow-up
Everyone had the opportunity to complete a questionnaire in February. We have received a lot of responses. We are very grateful to everyone who participated. Keep an eye on this page for the results, coming soon. We will now move on to the next step. The Environment Cafes will feature conversations with you about what you find important in your local community and the choices that we make
Sharing your thoughts as a specialist or partner
In addition to residents, we are also inviting entrepreneurs, organisations, experts and partners to come think about topics that are important for the Environment Vision. We will do this during focused thematic sessions. If you have not received an email, but would like to contribute your thoughts, send an email to omgevingsvisie@leeuwarden.nl.
The planning
- February to May: in conversation about the Environment Vision.
- Autumn 2026: publication of the draft Environment Vision with room for reactions.
- Early 2027: adoption of the new Environment Vision by the city council.
Questions
Contact the City of Leeuwarden.
Quick to:
What is the Environment Vision?
The Environment Vision is the plan for the future for everything you see around you: from living to traffic and from playing to entrepreneurship. The local authority uses the document as an aid in making good choices. After all, what should we do when the number of people who need a home exceeds the number of homes available? What if we need room for clean energy, but we also want more green spaces? In the Environment Vision, we set out how we will use the limited space available in the city, villages and the outlying area. Now and in the future.
Why a new vision?
Our current Environment Vision is several years old. Over time, the environment and our needs change, and new rules are added regularly. We are dealing with major issues such as housing construction, the climate, energy, nature and improving districts and villages.
The old vision is no longer a good match for these developments. That is why we are making a new Environment Vision: a plan for the future that addresses the challenges of today and also gives direction to the choices we will make leading up to 2050.
Would you like to know more about the current policy and the plans? Go to the Environment Vision page.
How can you contribute your thoughts?
We want more housing, green spaces, sustainable energy and nice places to live. However, space in our city comes at a premium. That is why we are creating a new Environment Vision, setting out how we intend to make use of the available space. Would you like to participate in creating the future of your city, village or neighbourhood?
If so, come to an Environment Cafe and join the discussion. You can register for these events.
- 23 April: 7.30pm – 9.30pm, location Het Mozaïek, Droppingsstraat 14, Leeuwarden.
Let’s make the City of Leeuwarden a greener place. (opens in new tab)
How can we create space in Leeuwarden for nature, energy and food?
- 21 May: 7.30pm – 9.30pm, location Het Mozaïek, Droppingsstraat 14, Leeuwarden.
Leeuwarden: how can we live in our city longer and with greater happiness? (opens in new tab)
Together, we discuss living, moving, meeting and healthcare.
- You can find us in Stiens on the Tuesday market on 21 April from 2 to 5pm. You do not need an appointment to attend.
Follow-up
Everyone had the opportunity to complete a questionnaire in February. We have received a lot of responses. We are very grateful to everyone who participated. Keep an eye on this page for the results, coming soon. We will now move on to the next step. The Environment Cafes will feature conversations with you about what you find important in your local community and the choices that we make
Sharing your thoughts as a specialist or partner
In addition to residents, we are also inviting entrepreneurs, organisations, experts and partners to come think about topics that are important for the Environment Vision. We will do this during focused thematic sessions. If you have not received an email, but would like to contribute your thoughts, send an email to omgevingsvisie@leeuwarden.nl.
The planning
- February to May: in conversation about the Environment Vision.
- Autumn 2026: publication of the draft Environment Vision with room for reactions.
- Early 2027: adoption of the new Environment Vision by the city council.
Questions
Contact the City of Leeuwarden.