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Urban Renewal — Ramat Eliyahu (Rishon LeZion) in Rishon LeZion
Evacuation-rebuild program in Ramat Eliyahu (Rishon LeZion) — one of 5 priority neighborhoods for the Ethiopian community. Residents receive a new apartment.
About Rishon LeZion
Rishon LeZion is home to a large, active Israeli-Ethiopian community, historically concentrated in the Ramat Eliyahu neighbourhood — originally built as absorption housing and now a long-standing community centre. The neighbourhood is at the heart of urban-renewal efforts, alongside a growing second-generation presence across the city.
Who is eligible?
Current residents of buildings in Ramat Eliyahu, Rishon LeZion. The neighborhood was marked priority in 2024 with a dedicated administration and community-bridge mandate.
What's included
- New apartment in place (typically 15-25% larger)
- Temporary rent during construction (~30 months)
- Purchase tax treated as first-home
- Separate budget for neighborhood infrastructure
Process
- Eligibility check at the administration
- Sign resident agreement (66%-80% of building residents)
- Independent attorney for residents (Tebeka can assist)
- Local committee approves
- Construction 2-3 years → return
⚠️ Consult independent attorney before signing.
Related rights
Urban Renewal — Kiryat Moshe (Rehovot)
Urban renewal program in Kiryat Moshe (Rehovot) — one of 5 priority neighborhoods for the community. Residents receive a new apartment under evacuation-rebuild or TAMA 38 agreement.
Urban Renewal — Netanya (Dora / Ramat Yadin / Neot Shaked)
Evacuation-rebuild in three Netanya neighborhoods: Dora (=Ramat Yadin), Neot Shaked, and Kiryat Nordau. Priority areas. Netanya hosts the largest veteran Ethiopian community.
Community Mortgage — 600,000 ILS for Ethiopian-Israelis
Govt loan for Ethiopian-Israeli families: ₪600,000 over 25 years, 0% interest for the first 10, 2% for the next 15. Allocated by annual lottery (~200 families).
Daycare Subsidy for Working Families
Subsidized daycare (ages 3 months – 3 years) for families where both parents work. Amount calibrated by combined income.
