SITES & SERVICES I

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The purpose of the project is to develop the sites of Sabana Perdida in Santa Domingo and Haina in the nearby San Cristobal Province as integrated communities to accommodate about 8000 low-income families. The project consists of: (i) offsite infrastructure, including wells, water mains, storage tanks, stabilization ponds, electric power substation and transmission line; (ii) onsite infrastructure, including water, sewerage and electricity networks, public lighting, roads and drainage; (iii) construction of shelter units; (iv) provision of loans to beneficiaries; (v) community facilities, including schools, health centers, social centers, fire and police stations, sports grounds, green areas and trash collection services; (vi) consulting and extension services. The project would include a study of future low-income housing policy and measures to strengthen INVI's finances. A US$500,000 Bank advance made under the Project Preparation Facility would be refinanced under the proposed loan.