Frisian Urban Network
The urban centres of Drachten, Heerenveen, Leeuwarden and Sneek together form a Frisian Urban Network. This urban network is important for the region as well as for the Netherlands as a whole and has an indispensable function on the themes of housing, economy and broad prosperity. The shared ambition is to make this network even stronger.
Local and provincial authorities have jointly drawn up a plan: the urbanisation proposition
The Province of Friesland and the local authorities of Heerenveen, Leeuwarden, Smallingerland and Súdwest-Fryslân are working together on a plan for a more liveable and prosperous Friesland in 2050. This plan, the urbanisation proposition Frisian Urban Network 2050, has been presented to the central government.
Challenges and opportunities for the whole region
The region is facing major changes such as the ageing population and ageing and contraction. By working in partnership, Friesland can grow economically and develop sustainably. The urbanisation proposition offers a future for Friesland in which Frisian cities and surrounding centres benefit from economic growth, improved infrastructure and a higher quality of life.
Objectives for a prosperous Friesland
- Economic Growth: Strengthening three key sectors: water technology, agrifood and high-tech manufacturing.
- Housing: Expansion of the housing supply by 25-40% by 2050, with varied and attractive living environments.
- Talent development: Attracting and retaining talent through quality education and varied employment opportunities.
- Improved Accessibility: Investment in better connections.
- Sustainability: More greenery and water in inhabited areas, climate-adaptive design of cities and villages, and energy transition.
Partnership and implementation
The urbanisation proposition provides a solid foundation for partnership between the province, municipalities, businesses, knowledge institutions and residents. The next step is a development strategy and investment agenda to deliver on the 2050 proposition. The previously issued press release is shown below:
Local and provincial authorities have jointly drawn up a plan: the urbanisation proposition
The Province of Friesland and the local authorities of Heerenveen, Leeuwarden, Smallingerland and Súdwest-Fryslân are working together on a plan for a more liveable and prosperous Friesland in 2050. This plan, the urbanisation proposition Frisian Urban Network 2050, has been presented to the central government.
Challenges and opportunities for the whole region
The region is facing major changes such as the ageing population and ageing and contraction. By working in partnership, Friesland can grow economically and develop sustainably. The urbanisation proposition offers a future for Friesland in which Frisian cities and surrounding centres benefit from economic growth, improved infrastructure and a higher quality of life.
Objectives for a prosperous Friesland
- Economic Growth: Strengthening three key sectors: water technology, agrifood and high-tech manufacturing.
- Housing: Expansion of the housing supply by 25-40% by 2050, with varied and attractive living environments.
- Talent development: Attracting and retaining talent through quality education and varied employment opportunities.
- Improved Accessibility: Investment in better connections.
- Sustainability: More greenery and water in inhabited areas, climate-adaptive design of cities and villages, and energy transition.
Partnership and implementation
The urbanisation proposition provides a solid foundation for partnership between the province, municipalities, businesses, knowledge institutions and residents. The next step is a development strategy and investment agenda to deliver on the 2050 proposition. The previously issued press release is shown below: