President Nikos Christodoulides has announced that the government will unveil a third targeted housing initiative in the coming days, tailored specifically to the needs of residents in Cyprus’ mountain regions.
Speaking during an award ceremony for outstanding graduates of mountainous communities held at the Troodos presidential residence, the President stated that the upcoming policy was co-developed by the Commissioner for Mountainous Communities and the Ministry of Interior following direct consultations with local populations.
Key Goals & Strategic Pillars of the Mountain Strategy
| Objective / Focus Area | Current Status & Data | Proposed Measures & Targets |
| Demographic Goal | 32,000 residents across 160 communities in Troodos and Tylliria. | Target to double the population to 64,000 over the next decade. |
| Educational Infrastructure | Maintaining essential local schooling despite low numbers. |
• Operating full time schools across most mountain areas. • Keeping primary schools open (e.g., Kampos Primary, which operated with just one pupil). • Maintaining high school orientation tracks for groups as small as two students. |
| Private Sector Collaboration | Expanded CSR partnership with HELLENiQ ENERGY / EKO. |
• €3M+ three-year program benefiting Troodos and Tylliria. • Financial support for 200+ young families. • Free breakfasts for 660 kindergarten pupils. • Continuation of ‘Warm Embrace’ heating aid for 17 regional institutions. |
Broader National Housing Track Record
The upcoming mountain-focused plan builds upon two national housing schemes approved earlier in the week:
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State Plot Allocations: Offering 570 state-owned plots at a 75% discount (25% of market value) to eligible households.
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Family Residence Expansion: Permitting homeowners to build an additional floor or extension for family members even if maximum building density limits have been reached.
President Christodoulides highlighted that since taking office, his administration has rolled out more than 10 housing programs, committed over €300 million, and brought over 5,500 new residential units to the implementation phase. He reaffirmed that state fiscal growth generated by responsible economic management will continue to be reinvested into direct social support and regional revitalisation.
Source: Stockwatch.com.cy