The Numbers Driving Amsterdam City Hall Decisions

Amsterdam's municipality published its Multiyear Digital Autonomy Strategy in January 2026, setting an annual investment of approximately €4.6 million to reach full digital independence from major technology companies by 2035.

The release aligns with the 2025 agenda that prioritises three themes: housing under the Koers 2025 plan, social foundation and digital autonomy.

Housing Allocation Targets

The Amsterdam Agreement 2022-2026 requires that new housing growth follow a 40% social rental share, a 40% middle-income rental or ownership share and a 20% private-sector share.

These percentages guide every major residential development decision taken by the city council during the current term.

Digital Autonomy Investment

The January 2026 strategy commits the city to an annual outlay of approximately €4.6 million through 2035 to reduce reliance on large external technology providers.

The figure appears in the official municipal publication that outlines the decade-long path to digital self-sufficiency.

Governance Structure by the Numbers

The city council consists of 45 elected members who set general policy and approve the annual budget, while the municipal executive comprises seven alderpersons and a mayor appointed by the national government.

This 45-member council holds the highest authority and meets regularly to oversee the executive's implementation of the coalition targets.

Circular Economy Benchmarks

The municipal development model aims to cut the use of new raw materials by 50% by 2030 and to make the city fully circular by 2050.

These dates and percentages shape procurement and construction decisions across city operations.

The city council continues to monitor progress against the housing percentages, the €4.6 million annual digital allocation and the circular economy milestones in its regular sessions through the remainder of the 2022-2026 term.