What was once a dreary gravel pit between Dragonvägen, Blå gatan, and Himmelsgränd in Upplands Väsby is finally getting a fresh start. For years, the empty lot served as an unofficial parking spot—locals called it “wild parking”—before construction trailers moved in. But no actual building ever began. A previous developer’s plans fell through, and eventually, housing company Väsbyhem took over the site before selling it to property developer Brabo.
Now, Brabo is moving forward with a new vision. Patrik Ericson, CEO of Brabo, joined Mathias Bohman from the Social Democrats, who chairs the municipal executive board, along with municipal councilors Emelie Voetmann from the Liberals and Jesper Lundberg from the Left Party, for the symbolic groundbreaking ceremony. The project will bring 130 rental apartments to the area, ranging from one- to four-room units, with move-ins scheduled for next autumn.
The development also includes 63 parking spaces for residents. This marks a significant step in transforming a long-neglected corner of Upplands Väsby into a livable neighborhood. As Sweden continues to address housing needs, projects like this reflect ongoing efforts to repurpose unused urban land. For locals, it’s more than just new buildings—it’s about turning forgotten spaces into homes.