According to multiple reports, residents moved into the LSS housing in 2024 after the municipality paid 900,000 SEK in rent for empty apartments for eight months. The entire LSS housing is now moving out.
A few weeks ago, unit manager Saga Gimbring raised the alarm about the work environment. According to SVT Nyheter, Gimbring described construction defects and disorder in the buildings, and said police are frequently at the location. In addition to construction defects and fire safety deficiencies, the area has been perceived as unsafe.
Östersunds-Posten has investigated the scandal houses in Valla during the spring. The reasons for the municipality paying rent for empty apartments and the specific construction defects remain unclear. It is also unknown how many residents and staff are affected by the move or where the housing will relocate.