The Shaked Alternative
A comprehensive, permanent replacement for TAMA 38—anchoring urban renewal principles within Israeli law with expanded building rights up to 400% and beyond.
What is the Shaked Alternative and Why was it Developed?
The Shaked Alternative (Amendment 139 to the Planning and Building Law) was developed as a comprehensive, permanent replacement for the expiring TAMA 38. While TAMA was a temporary program with various limitations, the Shaked Alternative anchors urban renewal principles within the main body of Israeli law. It provides local municipalities with flexible tools for urban management while significantly increasing building rights to ensure economic viability, even on complex plots.
Hemli Group’s Professional Perspective
For us, the Shaked Alternative is “TAMA 38 on steroids.” It allows us to take a single building and apply expanded building rights (up to 400% or more), enabling richer architectural design and significantly higher technical specifications. We view this alternative as the correct way to bridge the gap between individual building demolition and large-scale master planning, creating a modern premium product without the outdated constraints of the original TAMA plan.
Key Milestones in the Process
Increased Building Rights
The Shaked Alternative allows for building rights of up to 400% (and sometimes more) of the existing built area, facilitating taller and higher-quality construction.
Public Space Allocation
Unlike TAMA, the alternative allows municipalities to require public areas (such as kindergartens or community centers) within the building, improving neighborhood services.
Fast-Track Permitting
The plan integrates the zoning (Taba) and building permit stages, aimed at cutting bureaucracy and accelerating the move to construction.
Homeowner Consensus
Similar to Pinui Binui, a majority of 67% of homeowners is required to proceed with the project (in the demolition and reconstruction track).
Planning Certainty
The alternative provides clear rules that reduce “negotiations” with municipalities, allowing us to commit to precise timelines and compensations for homeowners.
Who is it for?
The Shaked Alternative is now the preferred track in many cities where TAMA 38 is no longer valid:
Individual Buildings in High-Demand Areas
Plots that are not part of a large master plan but require total renewal.
Municipalities with Local Replacement Plans
Cities that have adopted the alternative to better control urban aesthetics and public facilities.
Homeowners Seeking Maximum Upgrades
Due to increased building rights, we can offer homeowners richer technical specifications and more spacious apartments.
Mixed-Use Projects
Buildings where commercial space on the ground floor or public areas for community benefit can be integrated.
Hemli Group’s Operational Approach
As a company at the forefront of engineering and statutory knowledge, we leverage the Shaked Alternative to create residential excellence:
Maximizing Rights with Integrity (Honesty)
We conduct in-depth analysis to ensure homeowners receive the maximum the law allows, without “cutting corners.”
Uncompromising Architecture
Utilizing expanded building rights to create iconic High-Level buildings with grand lobbies, designer common areas, and meticulously planned apartments.
Municipal Interface Management
Our expertise working with municipalities (such as Jerusalem and Petah Tikva) allows us to navigate the Shaked Alternative and secure permits at record speed.
Elite Expert Squad
We deploy top-tier architects, planning consultants, and appraisers specialized in Amendment 139 to ensure total security throughout the process.
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From expanded building rights to a premium urban landmark, Hemli Group delivers uncompromising quality at every stage.
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