Love Where You Live.
Live Where You Love.
Urban renewal is more than a construction process,
it's the opportunity to have everything new without giving up anything that matters.
At SoCity, a leading Israeli urban renewal brand, we understand that home isn’t just four walls. It’s the street where your kids ride their bikes, the corner store that knows your order, and the neighbors who’ve become family. True renewal honors all of that.
At SoCity, a leading Israeli urban renewal brand, we understand that home isn’t just four walls. It’s the street where your kids ride their bikes, the corner store that knows your order, and the neighbors who’ve become family. True renewal honors all of that.
Led by a team of builders who have led projects across Israel and the U.S., we bring a deep understanding of every aspect of both development and construction. Our unique approach ensures every project enjoys unwavering financial stability and priceless attention to every detail that creates your home. We’re here to make sure the most significant decision of your life unfolds with care, clarity, and confidence. This isn’t just about building. It’s for people who love their neighborhood too much to leave it, and deserve a home that matches that love.
What We're Building
What We're Building
Choose Wisely. Choose SoCity.
Choose Wisely. Choose SoCity.
A quality urban renewal project requires more than just a development company. It demands true understanding of complex engineering, architectural planning, and the regulatory landscape unique to each area – expertise that can only come from hands-on experience across the entire process.
We bring decades of development and contracting knowledge to ensure a safe, seamless, and efficient process for every resident:
True Building Experience
A unique combination that allows us to create the best solutions at every stage of the project, from planning to delivery.
Financial Certainty Throughout
Confidence and stability at every phase, backed with company's self financing and supported by top financial institutions
Architecture That Honors Context
We pay attention to the small details to preserve local character and connection to the existing urban fabric
Your Dedicated Partner
Every project is assigned a resident relations manager who provides full support and ensures transparency at every stage.
Thinking About Urban Renewal for Your Building?
We invite you to an initial exploratory discussion with our experienced urban renewal team.
During the meeting, we will assess your building’s potential, outline the process clearly, and present the available options for moving forward.
The Only Partner
You Need
Urban renewal done right doesn’t just upgrade buildings, it breathes new life into communities while honoring everything that makes them worth staying in.
We know that choosing an urban renewal company is one of the most important decisions you’ll make, not just for yourself but for every neighbor in your building. That’s why we see every project as a partnership built on trust, transparency, and genuine care for the people we’re working with.
From the first conversation to the day you step into your new home, you're never alone.
We meet with you regularly, explain every detail, support you through temporary housing, and stay in constant contact to ensure you get everything you need to feel comfortable. You’re part of this process, not watching it from the sidelines.
Our experience across every aspect of urban renewal: from development and design to execution and delivery, means you can expect a process that’s calm, clear, and predictable. And at the end? You won’t just have a new apartment, you’ll have a renewed life in a home that complements the neighborhood you’ve always loved.
The Only Partner
You Need
Urban renewal done right doesn’t just upgrade buildings, it breathes new life into communities while honoring everything that makes them worth staying in.
We know that choosing an urban renewal company is one of the most important decisions you’ll make, not just for yourself but for every neighbor in your building. That’s why we see every project as a partnership built on trust, transparency, and genuine care for the people we’re working with.
From the first conversation to the day you step into your new home, you're never alone.
We meet with you regularly, explain every detail, support you through temporary housing, and stay in constant contact to ensure you get everything you need to feel comfortable. You’re part of this process, not watching it from the sidelines.
Our experience across every aspect of urban renewal: from development and design to execution and delivery, means you can expect a process that’s calm, clear, and predictable. And at the end? You won’t just have a new apartment, you’ll have a renewed life in a home that complements the neighborhood you’ve always loved.
The Promise of Urban Renewal
A new apartment in a modern boutique building
Personalized design of your living space
An upgraded living environment
Significant increase in property value
Addition of a safe room, a parking, and a balcony
The Path to Renewed Life
For many, urban renewal is the way to fulfill a simple dream: living in a new apartment in the heart of the neighborhood they love.
At SoCity, we make this a reality with a focus on new, personally planned apartments in buildings that integrate naturally into the existing urban fabric and preserve the uniqueness and living spirit of the community where they’re built. Our process is executed with transparency and dedication to preserving the memories and characteristics of the place that feels like home.
The Path to Renewed Life
For many, urban renewal is the way to fulfill a simple dream: living in a new apartment in the heart of the neighborhood they love.
At SoCity, we make this a reality with a focus on new, personally planned apartments in buildings that integrate naturally into the existing urban fabric and preserve the uniqueness and living spirit of the community where they’re built. Our process is executed with transparency and dedication to preserving the memories and characteristics of the place that feels like home.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What Is Urban Renewal?
In Israel, urban renewal is the process of upgrading aging buildings and neighborhoods through demolition and reconstruction (TAMA 38/2) or through structural reinforcement and expansion of existing buildings (TAMA 38/1). The goal is to improve quality of living, safety, and infrastructure and increase the number of housing units in a specific existing neighborhood.
How Do You Choose an Urban Renewal Company for a Demolition and Rebuild Project?
To choose the right urban renewal company for a demolition and rebuild project, it is important to verify proven experience in the execution and delivery of similar projects, financial stability, and the ability to support residents from the planning stage through delivery of the new apartment.
It is recommended to prioritize a company with hands-on construction and execution experience (not only development expertise), so it can properly address engineering challenges and achieve a realistic balance between high construction standards and economic feasibility. If you own an apartment in Israel, you may prefer choosing an experienced, Tel Aviv based company, such as SoCity.
Which Are the Best Urban Renewal Companies?
The best urban renewal companies are those with proven experience in both real estate development and actual construction execution, decades of operational history, strong financial stability, and the ability to deliver complex projects through to occupancy. In Israel, long established and experienced companies such as SoCity, Acro Real Estate, Ashtrom Construction, Azorim, Africa Israel, Aura, and others have been active in the urban renewal sector for many years, combining development, planning, and construction under one roof.
What Are the Stages of a Demolition and Rebuild Project and How Long Does It Take?
A demolition and rebuild project typically includes the following stages: feasibility analysis, project planning, residents’ signatures, statutory approvals and issuance of a building permit, relocation to temporary housing, demolition of the existing buildings, new construction, and occupancy of the new apartments.
The overall process usually takes between 7 and 12 years, depending on project size, planning complexity, and the pace of approvals by the authorities.
An experienced urban renewal company that is able to design projects with strong economic feasibility typically completes a project within approximately 7-8 years from the initial engagement.
What Rights and Benefits Are Residents Entitled to in an Urban Renewal Project?
Residents in an urban renewal project are entitled to receive a new and upgraded apartment at no cost, with an additional built area typically ranging between 12 and 25 square meters, including a safe room (Mamad) or a protected floor level shelter (Mamak). In some cases, the additional benefits may also include a balcony, parking space, and storage unit.
One of the most important rights residents may obtain when negotiating an urban renewal company is the equality of specifications with new apartment buyers. This means that if the developer offers upgrades or enhanced specifications to new buyers, those upgrades must also be provided to the existing residents.
In addition, the developer is required to provide temporary housing throughout the construction period (unless the project is carried out as a build-then-relocate scheme) and to fully cover all project-related costs, including planning, construction, taxes, legal fees, and bank guarantees that protect residents’ rights.
What Guarantees and Securities Must an Urban Renewal Company Provide to Residents?
An urban renewal company is required to provide full bank guarantees issued by a recognized and approved financial institution that accompanies the project. These guarantees include: a Sale Law guarantee for the new apartment, a rent payment guarantee during the relocation period, guarantees for taxes and levies, a defects liability guarantee, and a guarantee ensuring proper registration of the residents’ ownership rights in the new apartment. Verifying the financial strength of the urban renewal developer is one of the most important steps before proceeding with a project.
Do All Residents Have to Agree to a Demolition-and-Rebuild Project?
No. In order to promote a demolition and rebuild project in Israel, the consent of at least 80% of the apartment owners in the complex is required. Once the required majority is achieved, the project may proceed even if some residents object, subject to legal provisions and examination of the reasons for opposition.
Needless to say that hesitation is completely natural when facing such a significant project that affects one’s home and daily life. It is important to pause, ask questions, and gather all available information about the urban renewal company you are considering.
Is It Necessary to Hire a Lawyer Before Engaging with an Urban Renewal Company?
Yes. A lawyer specializing in real estate and urban renewal in particular assists residents throughout the project, including feasibility review and engagement with developers.
The lawyer is responsible for managing negotiations with developers, assessing whether objections are justified, ensuring that the agreement does not harm residents’ rights, and confirming that the developer has provided all required guarantees and fair terms in full compliance with the law.
How Can You Tell if an Urban Renewal Company Is a Good One?
To identify a high quality urban renewal company, it is strongly recommended to review testimonials from residents and apartment buyers in previous projects, evaluate the company’s level of transparency, and assess the quality of its communication with the residents’ representatives.
A good urban renewal company is one with proven experience in projects that have reached the execution and occupancy stages, strong financial stability, comprehensive professional support for residents, and a consistent record of meeting its commitments over time.
How Long Does It Take to Obtain a Permit for an Urban Renewal Project?
The time required to obtain a permit for an urban renewal project averages around 3 years, and may range between 2 and 5 years depending on the planning status and characteristics of the project.
What Factors Affect the Approval of a Permit for an Urban Renewal Project?
In areas where an approved statutory plan already exists and allows for the issuance of a building permit, the process can sometimes be completed within approximately two years. Notwithstanding, in municipalities where no approved plan is in place, the permitting process may take between 3 and 5 years.
Key factors influencing the timeline include the developer’s ability to design a project with strong economic feasibility, the scale of the project, and the level of commitment and experience of the local authority in promoting urban renewal projects.
