The opposition’s attempts to leave room for exceptions and residents’ wishes did not succeed. For example, the VVD wanted a support measurement to be carried out so that residents could have a voice in their own living environment. VVD faction leader Marijn de Pagter called the assessment framework, with a nod to the leap day, “terrible”. In the debate he said: “It is a diktat so that red asphalt can be installed in as many places as possible.” He called it a step backwards if cobblestone streets in Leidsche Rijn are paved.
Utrecht rolls out the red carpet for more asphalt
