In the Far East, improvements to residential areas are being carried out with consideration of local residents' opinions and in collaboration with municipal authorities. To improve the quality of program implementation, the Ministry for the Development of the Russian Far East and the Far East and Arctic Development Corporation have prepared a methodological guide containing a step-by-step roadmap for regional teams. The document summarizes best Russian improvement practices, including the experience of Moscow, Tatarstan, and other regions of the country.
Grigory Smolyak, Director of the Department of Social Development at the Ministry for the Development of the Russian Far East: "The 'Far Eastern Courtyards' program has become one of the most significant projects in the region's improvement; these activities are included in master plans and other strategic development documents for Far Eastern cities. We see how the joint efforts of residents, municipalities, and development institutions are making Far Eastern cities more comfortable, modern, and attractive. Importantly, residents themselves participate in the design of their courtyards, meaning each such space reflects the real needs of people in a given, specific location."