The Argun urban district master plan was presented in Grozny

14 May, 2024

On May 14, 2024, the Argun urban district master plan, which was developed in strategic partnership with JSC “DOM.RF,” was presented at the Chechen State Pedagogical University.

Before this master plan was developed, in 2023, the Agency for Strategic Development CENTER prepared a comprehensive study to assess the potential for the development of the territory. This study resulted in creation of a long-term development vision and a preliminary scenario for the integrated development of the urban district.

To develop the master plan, a consortium was formed, led by the Agency CENTER and bringing together 9 companies: Master's Plan, Imhotep Development Management Company, MosTransProekt, Baza14, SUP.Architects, Akorn, Neoconsulting, and SLA.MOSCOW.

"The involvement of a wide range of independent specialists made it possible to objectively analyze the accumulated resource potential, review and assess possible scenarios for its implementation, in order to ultimately formulate the most sensible and economically sound proposals for development of Argun for decades to come”, said Iles Akhmedovich Masaev, Mayor of Argun. "Based on the results of a detailed analysis, as part of the development of the Argun master plan, the task was set to form a city with high quality of life that helps unlock human potential in various fields. All this is to be done in close agglomeration cooperation with the capital of the Chechen Republic. 

The presentation was attended by representatives of DOM.RF and the Government of the Chechen Republic, who are key partners in the implementation of the project, as well as the Mayor of Grozny, Khas-Magomed Shakhmomedovich Kadyrov, and the Mayor of Argun, Iles Akhmedovich Masaev. The close relationship between these two cities was established when the Open International Compeitition for development of the Chechen capital’s master plan was prepared and held. Based on the results of the study and comprehensive assessment of the potential for development of the territory, the Grozny metropolitan area was identified, which includes the city of Argun.

"The presented master plan is one of our major efforts to improve the quality of life in the republic, which we have been taking together with the authorities of Chechnya for several years. This is already reflected in various ratings, where the capital of the Chechen Republic is mentioned among the most comfortable places to live in the country. Last year, with the contribution of DOM.RF, a vision statement was developed that will help turn Grozny into an innovative center, convenient for life, study and work. As for the spatial development vision of Argun, it is aimed to unlock its natural and recreational, industrial, transport and socio-cultural potential. We expect the implementation of the two master plans to be synchronized and to attract investors’ attention. They will be provided with the best conditions for doing business”, said Denis Sergeevich FilippovDeputy CEO of DOM.RF, opening the meeting.

Consideration of all the stakeholders’ points of view, transparency and openness of the process are key factors in development of the master plan. The drafted document is not just a set of materials and schemes, but a flexible and evolving tool that can be adapted to new conditions and needs, ensuring long-term and sustainable development of the city.

As part of the master plan, 15 key investment projects for development of the city were identified, which cover the spheres of economy, urban redevelopment, environment, transport, and engineering infrastructure. Implementation of these projects will provide the city residents with optimal conditions for living, working, leisure and communication, making Argun an ideal suburb to live in.

"The main objective of the Argun master plan is to turn the city into a monofunctional center focused primarily on development of industries. According to the roadmap for funding implementation of key projects of the master plan, over 80% of the funds will be raised from private investments. As a result, by 2036, an additional 17 thousand new jobs will be created in Argun, and the population will increase by almost 50 thousand people. The city will become the core of industrial growth within the Grozny metropolitan area, with a diversified economy, a developed service sector and attractive high-quality living environment, Sergei Andreevich Georgievskii, co-founder of the Agency for Strategic Development CENTER, summarized the presentation. 

To ensure further implementation of the master plan, a management model will be created, including several levels that provide for interagency cooperation, which will make it possible to achieve the planned goals.

Photo: Zaur Takhgiriyev

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