Beetsterzwaag Redevelopment De Trime

Updated on: April 14, 2026

The Municipality of Opsterland is working on the redevelopment of the site of the former De Trime elementary school in Beetsterzwaag. The school has been out of use since its merger with De Paedwizer in 2019. As a result, the site is now available for a new use.

Reason

In recent years, the Municipality of Opsterland has been working with the Koningshof Foundation to develop plans for housing construction at this location. Following a ruling by the Supreme Court, it has been determined that municipalities must operate transparently when selling land and must provide equal opportunities to all interested parties (this is known as the Didam ruling). It is therefore no longer possible for the Municipality of Opsterland to develop the plans solely with the Koningshof Foundation. And because multiple parties are interested in this location, we have decided to issue a public call for proposals.

With this initiative, the municipality aims to:

  • Improving mobility in the housing market
  • Helping older adults live independently for longer
  • Reducing the strain on healthcare facilities
  • And strengthen social cohesion in the neighborhood

Market demand

The municipality plans to launch a request for proposals for the construction of housing at this location. When selecting a developer, the municipality will consider not only the number of housing units, but also quality, livability, and how the plan fits into the surrounding area. In addition to housing development, the municipality is also exploring the possibility of establishing a family practice at this location. 

Follow-up and participation

The municipality will soon begin the bidding and selection process for the development of the site. Local residents will soon be invited to a meeting. During this meeting, the process will be explained. There will also be an opportunity to contribute your thoughts and share ideas or concerns.

Learn more

Do you have any questions or comments? Please contact Harrie Siegersma, project manager, at: