Burhaniye Urban Transformation 2026 — Ören Coast

Building Stock in Central Burhaniye and Ören

Central Burhaniye has a settled, middle-aged apartment stock, while old summer homes and low-rise buildings dominate the Ören coast. In both groups, buildings that predate the current earthquake code are candidates for transformation.

Transformation on the Ören coast speeds up value growth thanks to proximity to the sea, while transformation in the centre creates a supply of modern, year-round homes close to the district’s services.

From Farming to Housing Investment in Burhaniye

In Burhaniye, where olive and farming income is strong, urban transformation is a practical way for owners to turn an existing property into an earthquake-resistant, high-value housing investment. Summer-home demand in Ören also supports this investment with rental income.

Transformed flats in the town centre appeal to a different group of buyers, as they can be lived in and rented all year round, unlike Ören’s seasonal use. With its two-area structure, Burhaniye offers flexible options in transformation.

Centre + Ören coast: two different transformation dynamics
In Ören, proximity to the sea speeds up value growth
Supply of modern, year-round homes in the centre
A shift from olive/farming income to housing investment
Summer rental income + year-round rentability

The Urban Transformation Process (Summary)

Risky Building AssessmentAn organisation licensed by the Ministry inspects the building and reports its earthquake risk. Even a single owner can apply.

Objection and FinalisationThe report is recorded at the land registry office (tapu müdürlüğü) and served on the owners. Once the objection period ends, the assessment becomes final.

Owners’ DecisionFor a risky building, the transformation/demolition decision is taken by a simple majority of the owners (at the rate currently set by the legislation), and the contractor/method is chosen.

Demolition and ReconstructionAfter the building is vacated it is demolished; the new project is built in line with the current Turkish Building Earthquake Code (Türkiye Bina Deprem Yönetmeliği, TBDY).

State SupportRent assistance and/or interest-subsidised loans may become available during the process. For current amounts and conditions, consult the relevant authority.

These pages are for general information only. For risky building assessments, rent assistance amounts and official applications, refer to your municipality and the Provincial Directorate of Environment, Urbanisation and Climate Change (Çevre, Şehircilik ve İklim Değişikliği İl Müdürlüğü).

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is more advantageous for transformation, central Burhaniye or Ören?

Each offers a different advantage: Ören brings fast value growth through proximity to the sea, while the centre provides modern homes that can be lived in and rented all year. The choice depends on your goal.

Is my old summer house in Ören suitable for transformation?

Old low-rise summer houses on the coast are suitable for transformation. A risky building assessment by a licensed organisation is needed first.

Can I rent it out after transformation?

Yes; seasonal summer letting is possible in Ören and year-round letting in the centre. Transformed flats deliver higher returns through both channels.