Yaroslavl's Major Repair Contribution Rises 38% from 2026

Since the beginning of 2026, residents of Yaroslavl have faced a significant increase in contributions for the major repair of apartment buildings.

In the Telegram channel of Governor Mikhail Yevrayev, one of the subscribers, Yelizaveta, asked: «Payment for major repairs in the city of Yaroslavl has increased by 38% since January 1! Please provide an explanation, what justifies the tariff increase?»

The Ministry of Construction and Housing and Communal Services of the Yaroslavl Region clarified that the minimum contribution for major repairs has indeed been increased. According to the regional government«s resolution, from January 1, 2026, it is 14 rubles 60 kopecks per square meter (approximately $0.15 at current rates), while in 2025 it was 10 rubles 61 kopecks (about $0.11 at current rates).

The department noted that during the operation of the major repair program, since 2014, the annual increase in contributions usually did not exceed 60-90 kopecks (about $0.006-$0.009 at current rates). In 2018-2019, the tariff did not change at all. However, the cost of construction materials and services has increased several times, so to carry out the planned works for the period 2026-2028, it was necessary to increase funding.

Payments for major repairs will continue to grow in the coming years. According to the approved schedule, in 2027 the contribution will be 15 rubles 30 kopecks (approximately $0.15 at current rates), and in 2028 — 16 rubles 13 kopecks (about $0.16 at current rates).

Moreover, in 2026, in the Yaroslavl Region, utility tariffs will be increased twice. The first increase of 1.7% occurred from January 1 due to the increase in the basic VAT rate. From October 1, a second increase is expected — on average by 14%.