Ranst grants permit for new secondary school despite neighborhood protest: "Necessary for our students"

The municipality of Ranst has approved an environmental permit for a new secondary school on Kromstraat, despite receiving 300 objections from residents. The school will follow a Scandinavian educational model focusing on skill development. Initially planned for another location, the project faced protests, leading to the search for a new site. Mayor Bart Goris emphasized the need for a safe crossing and the relocation of a ditch as conditions for the permit. While many residents support the school, the local action committee Krommelab plans to appeal the decision, citing concerns over traffic and land use. They argue that the area will be largely paved over, contradicting green initiatives.