LATEST: A free house and a permanent contract… This village seeks at all costs to attract new residents
In a major development, the following story has emerged from the international scene.
In the province of Soria, in Spain, particularly affected by demographic decline, the village of Arenillas seeks to attract new inhabitants to ensure its survival. It has only around forty residents. To achieve this, the local authorities have put in place an incentive offer intended for a family ready to settle permanently, explains the sports daily AS. Seven houses have been rehabilitated in recent years as part of this revitalization strategy and one of them is currently offered free of charge. No rent is requested, only the costs related to the use of the home remain the responsibility of the occupants. A mason position A job under a permanent contract is also offered. This is a mason position, dedicated to the maintenance and renovation of municipal buildings. This activity aims to meet the concrete needs of local heritage while guaranteeing a stable income for newcomers. Families with children? The authorities hope to attract families with children as a priority in order to perpetuate the vitality of the village. School transport costs are covered, and children can attend the Berlanga de Duero school for free, located about twenty kilometers away, thanks to the support of the Castile and León region. In addition, the management of the bar or community center, although optional, is encouraged. This place plays a central role in local social life and can constitute an additional source of income. Interested people must send a detailed application to explain how they imagine their integration and participation in the development of the village.
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Source: This article was originally published in another language by 20Minutes – Actu Monde and has been translated and adapted for our global English-speaking audience. Read the original article here.