Current zoning, street, park and water supply projects will be presented at Anton's House on April 23rd.

City residents are welcome to hear about this year's street, park and water supply construction projects and zoning plans on Thursday, April 23, 2026, from 18–20 p.m. at Antoni's house in Antoni's hall (Öllerinkatu 3, entrance on the left).

Street Manager Antti Kitinoja and Planning Manager Niina Matkala will present the city's sites at the event. Network Manager Heidi Salosaari and developer Sami Nikkinen will present the sites from Riihimäen Vesi. The event is open to all city residents.

The most significant projects in street, park and water supply construction this year are:

• Renovation of Peltosaari Park
• Restoration of the Bad Segeberg pond
• Implementation of the Peltosaari pop-up park
• Renovation of the water supply system on Otavankatu and Telluskatu
• Construction of Jokikylä's public areas
• Renovation of Kauppakatu and Valtakatu streets and water supply
• Renovation of the water supply system on Palstakatu, Uramontie, Arjavirrankatu and Puistikko
• Improving the pedestrian and cycling connection on Kulmala Park Street between Paloheimonkatu and Eteläinen Viertotie
• Ilveskatu relocation
• Construction of the Hännintie playground
• Construction of the Hirsimäki/Sako sports field fence
• Street lighting renovation
• Street resurfacing.

The city is renewed one object at a time

The city of Riihimäki's goal is to increase housing, services and jobs in central locations in the station area and downtown. In addition to that, new housing is planned to supplement the existing urban structure in a thoughtful manner.

From single-family homes and commercial areas to attractive locations

This year, work is underway on the urban planning for the center of Herajoki, which will create the starting points for the construction of individual, distinctive single-family houses that are appropriate for the location and for new business premises along regional road 130. The goal is to have the draft plan available for viewing during this year.

The zoning of industrial areas will continue to focus on areas along traffic routes and complement existing workplace areas. The areas targeted for development are particularly the areas around Highway 3, Main Road 54 and Regional Road 130. The program also includes enabling the implementation of two industrial-class solar power plants through local zoning.

Work to develop the station area continues

Construction work on the new residential area and park in Jokikylä began in early 2025 with stabilization work and the construction of a stormwater pumping station. The project also includes the diversion of the Vantaanjoki River and the construction of the area's streets, water supply and park areas. In previous years, pre-construction work in the Jokikylä area has included, among other things, cable relocations and soil cleaning. The project is scheduled to be completed by early 2027 at the latest.

The development of the railway station environment continues by preparing a local plan amendment for the new campus of Häme University of Applied Sciences (HAMK). Its location on the Liikerada of the Travel Center strengthens the vitality of the Riihimäki city center. Housing opportunities will be improved by completing the local plan amendments on Kaivokatu and Pohjoisenna Rautatienkatu.

The renovation of the Peltosaari park complex begins and the Bad Segeberg pond is renovated.

The Peltosaari park complex will be renovated in 2026–2027. New play and relaxation areas will be located in the park for users of different ages. A fenced play area will be built for younger children, and space-themed climbing and play equipment will be built for older children. The park offers an outdoor gym and basketball court for adults and young people. A separate fitness center is planned for seniors. Community will be increased by building gathering places, such as a new square, which will expand to the north of Telluskatu at the market square. The new square will have seating areas, a performance stage and public art. The park's vegetation will be diversified. Special attention will be paid to open views and pleasant, safe routes, as well as improving lighting. The construction will emphasize greenery, diverse vegetation, sustainable stormwater solutions and highlighting the history of the area.

A temporary pop-up park will be set up on Peltosaari during the construction of the park. The Bad Segeberg pond on Peltosaari will be renovated this summer.

Welcome to hear current news about these and other projects!

Read more

Zoning overview and program 2026

Construction of streets and public areas

Construction of parks and outdoor recreation areas

Design and construction of Jokikylä's public areas

Riihimäen Vesi water supply construction sites 2026