Expandia and Aimo Park Launch Temporary Modular Housing in Stockholm to Address Youth Housing Crisis
Expandia and Aimo Park launch quick-to-build temporary modular homes on parking spaces in Stockholm to help tackle a severe housing shortage among young people.
- • Expandia introduces temporary modular housing for youth on Stockholm parking spaces.
- • The Level Two concept allows occupancy within 60 days after temporary permit approval.
- • Stockholm has 800,000 people waiting for housing, highlighting the urgency.
- • Aimo Park supports the initiative to create smarter cities and aid mobility.
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Expandia Moduler AB has introduced an innovative temporary modular housing concept aimed at alleviating the severe housing shortage for young people in Stockholm. Supported by Aimo Park, the largest parking operator in the Nordics, this initiative utilizes central parking spaces to erect prefabricated modular homes. According to source 109146, the program, named Level Two, can deploy these units within 60 days upon receiving temporary building permits, offering rapid relief to those currently on the waiting list.
Stockholm faces an acute housing crisis, with approximately 800,000 individuals waiting for housing, forcing many young adults to live with their parents or decline employment opportunities. Jonas Wallstedt, CEO of Expandia, stresses the necessity of temporary solutions as the market awaits larger reform measures. Meanwhile, Felix Fuchs, CEO of Aimo Park, endorses the project, highlighting its capacity to foster smarter urban environments and improve mobility (sources 109146 and 109149).
The government has also been considering easing building regulations for student housing, which aligns with this temporary approach. Expandia manages a fleet of 22,000 modules across the Nordics and boasts nearly 1.3 billion kronor in annual turnover, positioning it well to respond to the demand swiftly. This initiative marks a significant step towards mitigating Stockholm's youth housing challenges through practical, quick-to-deploy housing solutions.