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The 200 m2 A building, formerly an auditorium, has been converted into a dining hall. (Photo: Dac Thanh) |
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Inside the dining hall, dozens of stainless steel tables and chairs have been purchased, and 10 fans installed. (Photo: Dac Thanh) |
Five blocks of former classrooms and administrative offices at the old Quang Tri College of Economics and Technology, located in Dong Son ward about 5 km from the provincial center, are nearing the end of their renovation. Walls have been repainted and roofs replaced.
The project is 95% complete, with remaining tasks including electrical and plumbing connections, and fire safety inspections. After the renovations, this location will offer 120 rooms, accommodating 207 people.
Quang Tri is the first province in Vietnam to convert surplus school buildings into accommodation for officials and civil servants following the merger of provincial and district administrations.
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The G building, previously used for classrooms, has been repurposed for housing. Contractors have built partition walls and added doorways. Moldy walls have been repainted and damaged floors retiled. (Photo: Dac Thanh) |
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A renovated room, measuring 25 m2, features an ensuite bathroom and full utilities, designed for two occupants. Each room is furnished with two beds and mattresses, two wardrobes, and a desk. A water heater and air conditioner are also provided. (Photo: Dac Thanh) |
In 2020, the F building lecture halls of the Quang Tri College of Economics and Technology merged with Quang Binh College of Technology and Agriculture, leaving the space vacant.
At the end of June, with walls covered in mold, peeling floors, damaged roofs, and various areas in disrepair, contractors began renovations. Now, the building has a fresh look with most elements completed, leaving only the exterior fire escape to be finalized.
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After over a month of construction, the renovated rooms are complete and awaiting occupants. (Photo: Dac Thanh) |
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The D building, with 36 rooms, is finished, and workers are cleaning. The project has passed inspection and is ready for handover to the investor. (Photo: Dac Thanh) |
The 200 m2 A building, formerly an auditorium, has been converted into a dining hall. (Photo: Dac Thanh)
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A 32 m2 ensuite room includes a kitchen area, bathroom, and laundry space. Contractors are finalizing the electrical outlets and switches. (Photo: Dac Thanh) |
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Inside the dining hall, dozens of stainless steel tables and chairs have been purchased, and 10 fans installed. (Photo: Dac Thanh)
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The G building, previously used for classrooms, has been repurposed for housing. Contractors have built partition walls and added doorways. Moldy walls have been repainted and damaged floors retiled. (Photo: Dac Thanh)
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A renovated room, measuring 25 m2, features an ensuite bathroom and full utilities, designed for two occupants. Each room is furnished with two beds and mattresses, two wardrobes, and a desk. A water heater and air conditioner are also provided. (Photo: Dac Thanh)
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After over a month of construction, the renovated rooms are complete and awaiting occupants. (Photo: Dac Thanh)
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The D building, with 36 rooms, is finished, and workers are cleaning. The project has passed inspection and is ready for handover to the investor. (Photo: Dac Thanh)
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Over 5 km from the Quang Tri College of Economics and Technology, at the C building lecture halls of Quang Binh University (Ly Thuong Kiet Street, Dong Thuan ward), contractors are finalizing their work.
This location provides 67 rooms: 10 single rooms and 57 double rooms, accommodating 124 people. The 5-story renovation project, with a total floor area of 6,000 m2, is over 80% complete.
A wall along a former open-air hallway has been extended to create suitable living spaces. All rooms are equipped with air conditioning.
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A 32 m2 ensuite room includes a kitchen area, bathroom, and laundry space. Contractors are finalizing the electrical outlets and switches. (Photo: Dac Thanh)
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Automated fire alarm systems have also been installed in each room.
Following the administrative merger, 1,235 people in Quang Tri require public housing. Housing has been arranged for 94 people, leaving 1,141 still in need.
The Department of Construction reports that in addition to the Quang Tri College of Economics and Technology and the C building lecture halls at Quang Binh University, the Dong Hoi Continuing Education Center is also under renovation and is currently 85% complete. Public housing managed by the Provincial Party Committee has completed all repairs and equipment purchases and is ready for handover.
The 4 renovated projects provide 265 rooms to house 477 people, at a cost of over 65 billion VND. The accommodation will be available in August, prioritized based on proximity to workplaces and the urgent needs of each unit.
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Workers take advantage of the sunny weather to paint the exterior walls.
Officials and civil servants from the former Quang Tri province working at the new administrative center who lack public housing receive a monthly allowance of 3 million VND for two years to cover rent and travel expenses. Those already provided with public housing receive a monthly allowance of one million VND.
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