Andriy Sadovyi’s Pledges
Lviv Mayor Andriy Sadovyi has openly admitted that several key pledges from his tenure remain unfulfilled. Among these are the construction of a waste processing plant, which is now roughly 90% complete, and a ring road project intended to bypass the city. Progress on the waste facility has been stalled by the full-scale war in Ukraine. In March 2026, the Lviv City Council voted to terminate its contract with the Polish contractor Control Process S.A., citing the company’s failure to meet its obligations and repeated delays in the construction timeline.
While the waste processing plant has seen significant advances, the war has complicated its completion. As Sadovyi explained,
“We essentially allocated all available funds to support the Armed Forces. This year, we reached agreements with banks. For instance, the European Investment Bank provided substantial funding, and we began repairs—since those funds are earmarked and cannot be spent on the military.”Additionally, some contractors have agreed to carry out work with deferred payment until after the war, demonstrating the market’s ability to adapt to challenging conditions.
Ring Road Development
As for the ring road around Lviv, responsibility for this project has always rested with national and regional authorities. Before the full-scale invasion, options involving private investors were explored. Sadovyi has also floated the idea of building the road through a concession model:
“Now there are ideas that they might actually start building a road from Krakivets to Lviv under a concession, which would also cover a large portion of the ring road.”
In summary, the mayor has highlighted the urgent need to address infrastructure projects that were put on hold due to the war and other obstacles. The Lviv City Council continues to seek solutions, including cutting ties with unreliable contractors and identifying new ways to attract investment. These efforts could play a critical role in rebuilding the city’s infrastructure amid ongoing challenges. Successfully navigating these issues will be essential for Lviv to adapt to new economic realities and ensure stable development in the post-war period.
In light of the ongoing challenges faced by infrastructure projects in Lviv, the city's decision to terminate its contract with the Polish contractor underscores the urgency of addressing delays caused by the war. This action reflects the broader struggle to fulfill commitments made by local authorities amidst the ongoing conflict, highlighting the need for effective solutions in urban development.