Over 15 Million Raised by Kyiv Residents for Building Upgrades Through Condo Association

Kyiv Apartment Modernization Success Story

According to Главком: In the Solomianskyi district of Kyiv, residents of 19/1 Hryhorii Kochur Street successfully secured over 15 million hryvnias for housing upgrades after forming a condominium association (known locally as an OSBB) in the fall of 2023. This funding came from the residents' own contributions, as well as city and state programs. Specifically, the building was equipped with:

• a generator;
• a solar power station;
• modernized elevators;
• replaced windows and doors;
• motion-sensor lighting;
• inverters with batteries.

The 17-story building had been without hot water for five years before the association was created. Over the last three years, more than 15 million hryvnias have been raised for upgrades. To ensure the heating and cold water pumps could operate, a generator was purchased-funds for it were collected in less than two weeks. In 2024, a 100 kW solar power station costing 950,000 hryvnias was installed. The condominium association received a concessional loan from the Kyiv Revolving Fund for the solar station, and the Energy Efficiency Fund paid over 520,000 hryvnias under the 'GreenDIM' program. The loan repayment term was shortened from five to two years.

Elevator and Lighting Upgrades

Modernizing the elevator system was a key part of the renovation. Both elevators were upgraded with new motors, gearboxes, electronics, and cabins. Energy consumption per elevator dropped from 20 to 5.5 kWh. The association received a one-time, non-repayable city grant of 1.5 million hryvnias. Windows and doors in common areas were partially replaced, and under a '70 to 30' co-financing program, the rest were completed along with pipe insulation.

Motion-sensor lights were installed in the building's stairwells. By early 2026, the association plans to purchase inverters and batteries through the 'SvitoDIM' program. Residents have already contributed over 1 million hryvnias of their own money since fall 2023. Total funding raised has exceeded 15 million hryvnias. Nationwide, Ukraine is also planning to launch the 'Our Home' electronic system within two years, and the Diia app has already introduced a service for submitting applications for funds to buy generators for apartment buildings.

Valerii Pyndyk, a resident, noted: 'Complaints and appeals to the housing office and various authorities led nowhere. That was the reason we started making changes.'

The residents of 19/1 Hryhorii Kochur Street continue working to improve their living conditions and plan further upgrades, including installing individual heat meters, renovating entrances, and insulating the building's facade.

This case highlights the growing proactiveness of Ukrainians in improving housing conditions through collective action and effective use of government funding programs. The results of this condominium association can serve as a model for other residents looking to modernize their buildings, enhancing quality of life and energy efficiency. Successes in implementing such initiatives could lay the groundwork for further reforms in Ukraine's housing sector.

As residents of Kyiv continue to enhance their living conditions, the city is also taking significant steps to improve energy resilience. Recently, the municipality has added 40 MW of cogeneration capacity to better prepare for the winter months. This initiative not only complements the upgrades seen in local condominiums but also highlights the city's commitment to energy efficiency and sustainability. Learn more about these crucial developments in Kyiv's energy infrastructure here.