Hostomel: Reconstruction of the military town — 360 apartments to replace destroyed homes
The contractor has been selected, the site is being prepared and earthworks are beginning — in 2026 the structural frame and façades will be erected. Why this matters for 272 families and local security.
By Tetiana Suchkova-Ladik
March 20, 2026 · 2 min read
Why this is worth knowing
Rebuilding the military town in Hostomel is more than construction: it is restoring housing for families who lost their homes, and restoring infrastructure important for the local community and the military. Today's meeting of the Kyiv Regional Military Administration with residents marked the shift from planning to practical steps: a contracting organization has been selected, and preparations are underway to sign the contract and organize the construction site.
What the project entails
The project includes the erection of two seven-story residential buildings, the construction of a radiation shelter, and a complete replacement of engineering networks. Instead of five destroyed buildings, 360 apartments will be built, allowing the population to return and the community's housing stock to be restored.
Timeline and resources
The next stage will be preparation of the construction site and the start of earthworks. During 2026 it is planned to erect the building frames and carry out façade works. The expected cost of the first and second phases is 718.4 million UAH.
Who will receive housing
Of the 272 families who lived in these buildings, 106 have already received housing certificates with monetary compensation. Apartments within the first two phases will be given priority to families who were left without housing.
"We continue to work in constant dialogue with people. It is important to us that the reconstruction process is clear, transparent, and that residents see real steps forward."
— Mykola Kalashnyk, head of the Kyiv Regional Military Administration
Control and communication
Communication with residents is promised to be maintained constantly — this is key to building trust. Transparent work schedules, public reports, and community involvement will allow monitoring of implementation progress and reduce the risk of corruption or organizational disruptions.
What’s next
Rebuilding Hostomel is a practical indicator of how local and regional authorities can turn statements into real infrastructure. If schedules and funding hold, the community will see the first tangible result next year. It will be important to continue ensuring that the contractor and oversight bodies meet deadlines and quality standards.
