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Italy Invests €80K in 33 Towns to Combat Depopulation

3/21/2025

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Italy is taking bold steps to breathe life into 33 struggling towns facing depopulation. With grants of €80,000 for renovations and €20,000 for home purchases, the initiative encourages recipients to commit to living in or renting these properties for a decade. This program aims to rejuvenate communities and bolster the local economy, especially in picturesque regions like Val di Non.

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Italy is taking bold steps to breathe life into 33 struggling towns facing depopulation. With grants of €80,000 for renovations and €20,000 for home purchases, the initiative encourages recipients to commit to living in or renting these properties for a decade. This program aims to rejuvenate communities and bolster the local economy, especially in picturesque regions like Val di Non.