After 25 years without a new citywide development blueprint, Prague is set to unveil its Metropolitan Plan — a transformative urban project that will guide the city’s expansion for decades.

This plan represents a significant step toward addressing Prague’s housing shortage, modernizing districts, and shaping sustainable urban growth.

• Up to 350,000 new apartments: The plan aims to unlock underused brownfield sites to accommodate large-scale residential construction.

• Urban modernization: It will redefine how neighborhoods develop by balancing housing, office spaces, and public areas.

• Preservation of character: The project ensures Prague’s historic skyline, green corridors, and cultural identity are protected.

• Public involvement: Over 18,000 public comments have been reviewed and integrated into the plan.

• Next steps: The project is entering its third and final consultation round, with approval expected in mid-2026.

Purpose of the Metropolitan Plan

Developed by the Prague Institute of Planning and Development (IPR), the Metropolitan Plan provides a long-term framework for:

• Efficient land use and urban zoning.

• Sustainable housing and transportation development.

• Maintaining the balance between growth and environmental preservation.

City officials believe this plan will speed up construction processes, unlock development potential, and enhance quality of life across the capital.

While the plan is ambitious, experts caution that housing affordability and supply issues will not be resolved immediately.
Meaningful improvements could take years to materialize, given the scale and complexity of implementation.