The €189 million development at the former KEAN factory site in Limassol has been approved, marking a significant step in urban expansion.
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- The €189 million development at the former KEAN factory site in Limassol has been approved, marking a significant step in urban expansion.
- Additionally, the complex will include two other buildings of 13 and nine storeys. Notably, the development will offer 49 swimming pools and a variety of communal facilities, such as a social centre.
- The development site is adjacent to the State Forest Land “Dasoudi” and the coastal protection zone, necessitating strict adherence to environmental specifications to preserve local biodiversity.
Kean factory: Details of the Approval
The Environment Department granted approval for the mixed-use project on 30 September 2025. The plan encompasses a total area of 46,162 square metres, combining residential and office spaces, which are poised to reshape the urban landscape of Limassol.
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Construction Plans and Features
The new development involves the demolition of the existing KEAN factory, as the company plans to relocate to another industrial site. This ambitious project will feature five buildings: four residential towers and one office block. Two of the residential towers will rise to 19 storeys, reaching heights of 85 metres, while the office block will consist of 17 levels, standing at 72 metres.
Additionally, the complex will include two other buildings of 13 and nine storeys. Notably, the development will offer 49 swimming pools and a variety of communal facilities, such as a social centre.
Construction Timeline and Phasing
The construction process is set to unfold in three phases over six years, starting in January 2026. The project is expected to be completed by December 2031. A total of 40,768 square metres of the site will be utilised for construction, with the remaining area designated for public roads, green spaces, and community infrastructure.
Environmental Considerations
The Environment Authority has stipulated that the project must adhere to specific environmental guidelines. Groundwater drainage works will extend to depths of 13 metres, involving the installation of cut-off walls and reinjection wells to return pumped water to the aquifer. These measures aim to mitigate potential environmental impacts during the construction phase.
Energy consumption for the project is projected at 9,444.74 megawatt-hours annually. To address sustainability, photovoltaic installations are planned to meet approximately one per cent of the energy requirements. Water consumption is anticipated to reach 360 cubic metres daily, linking closely to the volume of liquid waste generated by the development.
Concerns Over Building Heights
While the Environment Authority approved the project, it raised concerns regarding the potential overshadowing and privacy issues for nearby residences. The authority noted that the proposed building heights exceed the permissible limits set by local regulations, which currently allow a maximum of three storeys and a height of 13.5 metres.
These concerns have been acknowledged, yet the Environment Authority clarified that such planning matters fall under the jurisdiction of the Town Planning Authority and are not part of the environmental assessment process.
Flora and Fauna Impact
Surveys conducted in the area identified sixteen flora species, including an olive grove comprising 150 trees, which will be transplanted within the project’s green spaces. Additionally, seven bird species were recorded, with three listed under Annex II of the EU Wild Birds Directive.
The development site is adjacent to the State Forest Land “Dasoudi” and the coastal protection zone, necessitating strict adherence to environmental specifications to preserve local biodiversity.
