Three of the four residential areas are marked here. The fourth one is located at the other end of Medle, in the far west.
Skellefteå kommun is developing a new planning program for Medle, located approximately ten kilometers west of Skellefteå.
Four areas have been identified where new houses could potentially be built. In addition, it is recommended to avoid increasing the density of buildings in the village.
Three of the new areas are in the eastern part of the village, closer to the town:
There is an undeveloped wooded area near Pliggvägen that is considered suitable for housing and possibly a new preschool. The proposal includes detached houses, but could also include townhouses or apartment buildings.
On agricultural land south of Medlevägen, the plan proposes detached houses, townhouses and possibly small apartment buildings. Normally building on agricultural land is discouraged, but in this case there is significant public interest. It is noted that the land is not considered suitable for agriculture.
Next to the railroad there is an unused area near the old loading yard where small houses can be built.
The fourth and last area is in the westernmost part, just before Medlevägen crosses the railroad. It is proposed to have houses with slightly larger lots, about 2,000 square meters each.
If there is a significant increase in population in Medle, a new preschool with four units is considered necessary. The two existing preschools with one unit each would then be sold and converted into houses. There is no perceived need to expand the high school.
Special considerations in the planning process include the needs of reindeer husbandry and ensuring that the construction does not encroach too close to the railway.
The proposal is currently open for public consultation, and the public can provide input until January 8.