#Construction

Expert Tatyana Pashkina explained in an interview with RBC-Ukraine why the labor shortage in Ukraine remains systemic in autumn 2026: mobilization, migration, and demographics are simultaneously pressuring the market, while manufacturing, agriculture, pharmacy, and construction still cannot fill vacancies even with competitive pay.

Ukrainian developers are testing Israeli in-apartment bomb shelters, “MAMADs,” but a regulatory vacuum and doubled capital costs are hindering mass adoption. We break down the economics, engineering limitations, and gaps in the building codes.

Ukrainian developers are testing safety rooms based on the Israeli MAMAD standard. Perfect Group is launching a pilot project, however the regulatory status of 'mamads' is absent from the DBN, and the price tag is 3–4% of the housing cost.

According to OLX Work data, the gap in median salaries for the same profession across different regions of Ukraine reaches 106% — record disparities have been recorded in the construction sector, where a painter in Lviv Oblast earns almost twice as much as in Chernivtsi Oblast.

From August 1, 2026, Ukrzaliznytsia raised freight tariffs by 30%, while strikes on infrastructure and warehouses are forcing developers to change their supply chains. This is driving up costs and prices for primary housing.

The U.S. Commerce Department reported that construction starts fell 12.4% in July to 1.239 million units, below forecasts. Meanwhile, production rose 0.2% on a wave of AI and defense investment.

🇧🇪 An 18-year-old student in Belgium found a treasure worth €9 million while digging for sewage pipes! 🏗️💰 At first, he thought they were 1 euro coins, but then discovered gold bars in the basement of a 1899 brewery. The police are already conducting an investigation, and heirs and contractors may claim the treasures. 🕵️‍♂️👑 #Belgium #Gold #Treasure #News

🇺🇸 **Trump in Court: The Battle for the White House Ballroom** On August 14, 2026, the administration of U.S. President Donald Trump appealed to the Supreme Court requesting permission to construct a new ballroom. This is a response to the work stoppage imposed by lower court judges. 🔹 **The Core Conflict:** The Appeals Court upheld Judge Richard Leon's injunction, which halted construction pending a decision by Congress. 🔹 **Administration's Stance:** Attorney General Sauer labeled the judge's actions as "unilateral arbitration" and a threat to security. 🔹 **Status:** Construction is formally continuing while awaiting the Supreme Court's decision. ⚖️ Trump criticizes the judge for "politicization," demanding that national security take precedence over bureaucracy.

🇧🇪 SHOCK: Builders in Belgium find a €9 million treasure! 🏗️💰 18-year-old student Kobe, working at a construction site in the summer, accidentally discovered a safe walled up in the wall with gold. This is a 19th-century brewer's gold! 🔍 Police have already transported the treasure under convoy. ⚖️ If heirs do not appear within 5 years, the treasure will be split 50/50 between the builders and the foundation. 👉 Mom was right: "Learn a working profession!" #Belgium #Treasure #Gold #News2026

🏢 The serviced apartment market in Ukraine is showing explosive growth: returns up to 11% and payback 3-6 years faster than classic rentals. 💰 At the same time, the construction of rental buildings is hindered by the lack of long-term loans and tax breaks. Experts are calling for PPP to solve the housing issue. 📉 By the end of 2025, there were 105 income-generating real estate projects. Read the full analysis on XAB.info.

🏗️ The Carpathians have become Ukraine's new financial fortress. Due to military risks and banks refusing to fund "excavation" stages, developers are massively shifting to income-generating real estate. 📈 By the end of 2025, there were 105 aparthotel projects in the country, 86% of which are in the West. 💰 Investors from Kyiv and the south are outsourcing management to professionals, reducing risks. 🔒 The market is growing: from 12 projects in 2023 to 30 in 2024. #realestate #investments #carpathians #economy #ukraine

🏠 Prices for new builds in Ukraine in 2026 are rising not only due to the cost of the "shell" but also due to the increase in renovation costs. 📉 Experts warn: the price per square meter is just the beginning. 💰 Basic renovation now costs 9–14 thousand UAH/m², while complex renovation can reach 30 thousand UAH/m². 🔍 For a 50 m² apartment, the renovation budget can equal the price of the property. ✅ Housing with ready-made finishing is becoming more profitable, but requires careful inspection of the package. #realestate #renovation #newbuilds #economy #2026

🏠 In 2026, when choosing a new building, the price per square meter is no longer the main thing. Experts advise evaluating the full living model: autonomy, generation, and heating. This determines liquidity and safety in the cold season. #realestate #newbuildings #autonomy #RBCUkraine

🏗️ **ENSO Collapse: Investors Prepare for Lawsuits**. Construction of elite residential complexes Poetica, Fjord, and Diadans in Kyiv has been halted. According to media reports, the developer's management has left Ukraine. 🔹 **The Core Issue:** Investors cannot make claims directly to the developer due to a complex financing scheme through funds. 🔹 **Actions:** Buyers are forming initiative groups and filing lawsuits against financing funds. 🔹 **Status:** Work is frozen; promises of "new people" have not been fulfilled. #realestate #kyiv #construction #enso #investments

New building norms for kindergartens come into force in Ukraine on October 1, 2026 🏗️. The document is harmonized with European standards and allows for the construction of more compact and accessible institutions 🇪🇺. Changes will affect air quality, safety, and barrier-free environment for all children 👶.

Ukraine's construction market showed a sharp decline of 6.5% over five months. Residential construction has not reached 2019 levels, and infrastructure projects are losing momentum due to a lack of personnel and funds. Developers are forced to seek new markets abroad 🏗️📉