The plan to establish an asylum center on a large parking lot in Voorhout has been canceled due to financial issues faced by the COA. This decision was reported on September 22, 2025, by Omroep West.
- Plan for asylum center rejected due to funding issues
- Asylum reception in Voorhout canceled
- No asylum shelter on truck parking lot
- Call for housing development on parking site
- Local resistance leads to no AZC in Teylingen
The Central Agency for the Reception of Asylum Seekers (COA) announced that it cannot secure the necessary financing for the asylum center on the parking lot. This decision follows local resistance and discussions about alternative uses for the site. The proposal faced significant opposition from residents and local political groups.
- Residents expressed concerns about the impact of the asylum center on local resources.
- Local political parties are advocating for the parking lot to be repurposed for housing development.
- The decision reflects ongoing challenges in managing asylum seeker accommodations in the region.
- Future proposals for the site may arise as community needs evolve.
With the asylum center off the table, local officials may need to explore alternative solutions for housing and community support in Voorhout.