Edremit Urban Transformation 2026: Risky Buildings

Central Edremit Building Stock and Earthquakes

The central neighbourhoods are dominated by 4–6 storey reinforced-concrete apartment blocks built in the 1990s. Some of these buildings fall short of the current Turkish Building Earthquake Code (TBDY) criteria.

Edremit is considered a first-degree earthquake zone. Because a risky building assessment can be started by the application of even a single owner, the process is gaining pace quickly in the old blocks of the centre.

Why Does Transformation Add Value in Edremit?

When a centrally located building is demolished and rebuilt to the current code, the increase in value is marked, thanks to both earthquake safety and the commercial potential of the ground floor. Walking distance to the bazaar and public institutions makes the new flats stand out for both sale and rent.

In central Edremit, old low-rise buildings with a large land share form the most advantageous portfolio for transformation; with properties of this type, the sharing ratio with the contractor can work in the owner’s favour.

Most of the central stock was built under pre-1999 regulations
First-degree earthquake zone — high priority for risky building assessment
Close to the bazaar and public institutions → strong demand after transformation
Ground-floor commercial potential boosts the gain in value
Old apartment blocks with a large land share are the best fit for transformation

The Urban Transformation Process (Summary)

Risky Building AssessmentAn organisation licensed by the Ministry inspects the building and reports its earthquake risk. Even a single owner can apply.

Objection and FinalisationThe report is recorded at the land registry office (tapu müdürlüğü) and served on the owners. Once the objection period ends, the assessment becomes final.

Owners’ DecisionFor a risky building, the transformation/demolition decision is taken by a simple majority of the owners (at the rate currently set by the legislation), and the contractor/method is chosen.

Demolition and ReconstructionAfter the building is vacated it is demolished; the new project is built in line with the current Turkish Building Earthquake Code (Türkiye Bina Deprem Yönetmeliği, TBDY).

State SupportRent assistance and/or interest-subsidised loans may become available during the process. For current amounts and conditions, consult the relevant authority.

These pages are for general information only. For risky building assessments, rent assistance amounts and official applications, refer to your municipality and the Provincial Directorate of Environment, Urbanisation and Climate Change (Çevre, Şehircilik ve İklim Değişikliği İl Müdürlüğü).

Frequently Asked Questions

Is my building in central Edremit risky, and how can I find out?

You can have a risky building assessment carried out by applying to an organisation licensed by the Ministry. An application by a single owner in the building is enough to start the process.

Will my flat in Edremit gain value after transformation?

Thanks to the central location, ground-floor commercial potential and compliance with the current earthquake code, flats after transformation generally show a marked increase in both sale and rental value.

Can I receive rent assistance during the process?

Rent assistance and interest-subsidised loans may become available during the risky building process. For current amounts and conditions, you need to speak to the Provincial Directorate of Environment, Urbanisation and Climate Change.