The Municipality of Wassenaar and the Parish Commit to the Future of the Warenar
The municipality of Wassenaar and the board of the Roman Catholic Parish of St. Augustine have reached an agreement on a new long-term ground lease and building lease agreement for the De Warenar Cultural Center. The agreement has a term of 60 years and represents a significant milestone for the future of the cultural and community center.
With these new agreements, both parties are laying a solid foundation for the renovation and sustainability upgrades of the Warenar. The agreement provides long-term certainty and makes it possible to invest in a future-proof building that is ready for generations to come.
A key gathering place for Wassenaar
De Warenar will thus remain a central gathering place for the residents of Wassenaar. The building will continue to serve as a venue for theater, culture, social gatherings, and various community activities. The municipality and the parish council reached these agreements through constructive dialogue and with respect for each other’s interests.
Former Alderman , Ronald Zoutendijk, is pleased with the outcome: “This agreement marks an important step forward for the future of the Warenar. We are creating the certainty needed to invest in renovation and sustainability measures, ensuring that the Warenar remains a vibrant hub for culture, community, and social activities in Wassenaar for decades to come.”
Follow-up steps
In the coming period, the municipality and its partners will continue to develop the plans for the renovation and sustainability improvements. The goal is to create a future-proof socio-cultural space at the Warenar that meets the needs of residents.