Burshtyn community

About

Burshtyn Community, located in Ivano-Frankivsk Raion of Ivano-Frankivsk Oblast, is one of the most dynamic and promising communities in the region. It is situated in the floodplain valley of the Hnyla Lypa River and has a rich history spanning over 500 years. From 1940 to 1962, Burshtyn served as a district center. However, in the 1940s, the town lost its city status, and in the early 1960s, it lost its status as a district administrative center. From 1962 to 2014, Burshtyn was part of Halych Raion in Ivano-Frankivsk Oblast. A new phase of development began with the construction of a large thermal power station in the floodplain of the Hnyla Lypa, with the final power unit launched in 1969. Since 2014, Burshtyn has held the status of a city of regional significance.

The Burshtyn Community was officially established in October 2020, opening new opportunities for investment and infrastructure development. The boundaries and composition of the community were defined by the Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine dated June 12, 2020, No. 714-р. In addition to the administrative center — the city of Burshtyn, known for its unique historical heritage, the community includes 18 villages organized into 10 starosta (eldership) districts, which together create strong economic development potential. The total area of the Burshtyn Community is 203.6 km². As of 2022, the total population is 24.3 thousand, including 14.7 thousand urban residents and 9.6 thousand rural residents. The total population of the city of Burshtyn and the 18 surrounding settlements is approximately 24.8 thousand people.

Natural Resources

The Burshtyn Community possesses unique natural features that distinguish it within Ivano-Frankivsk Oblast. Water Bodies: The community is home to the Hnyla Lypa River, the Dnister River, and the Burshtyn Reservoir. Burshtyn Reservoir: With an area of 12.6 km², the Burshtyn Reservoir is recognized as a wetland of international importance. It is the only location in Western Ukraine where large populations of waterfowl gather. Up to 100 bird species have been recorded here, 19 of which are listed in the Red Book of Ukraine.

Kasova Hora (Mount Kasova) — A part of the Western Opillia Steppe Reserve, included in the Halych National Nature Park, Kasova Hora is a national-level nature monument in Ukraine. Located within Burshtyn Opillia, this area consists of several hills (the highest peak reaching 334.7 m) adjacent to the Burshtyn Reservoir. According to scientists, plant species from the late Tertiary period have been preserved here. More than 300 plant species grow in this protected area, including rare relict species. Around ten plant species are listed in the Red Book of Ukraine. Climate and Cultural Landscape — The proximity to the Dnister River and the Carpathian Mountains creates a distinct microclimate that has long supported the growth of unique medicinal herbs and plants. This environment fostered the development of traditional Opillia crafts such as blacksmithing, woodworking, decorative painting, embroidery, and wool spinning. Mineral Resources — The community contains significant clay deposits in the villages of Nastashyne, Vyhivka, Yunashkiv, and Kunychi. Due to its physical properties, this clay is suitable for construction purposes and presents opportunities for further economic development.

Position

The Burshtyn Community is actively engaged in developing international partnerships, has positive experience in implementing international technical assistance projects in cooperation with USAID, IREX, People in Need, Move Ukraine Charitable Foundation, Rokada Charitable Foundation, and programs such as U-LEAD with Europe, Interreg NEXT Poland–Ukraine 2021–2027, among others. The community benefits from a convenient geographic and logistical location: 184 km from the Polish border, 243 km from the Romanian border, 43 km to Ivano-Frankivsk, 92 km to Lviv. Burshtyn is a major industrial center and transport hub.

Within the community, transport connections between Burshtyn and the villages are ensured by state and local roads, with a total length of 62.6 km. The population is 24,800, of which 54% are economically active, the territory has natural resources (water, land, forests), relatively developed light industry, small businesses primarily focused on trade, agriculture, catering, public services, and IT services, all of which make the community attractive for international economic cooperation. There are two industrial parks registered within the community: the municipal "Burshtyn" Industrial Park, and the private "Green Lactic" Industrial Park, offering excellent opportunities for potential investors.

Geography & Logistics

The Burshtyn Community is part of Ivano-Frankivsk Raion of Ivano-Frankivsk Oblast, with its administrative center in the city of Burshtyn. The community has a convenient geographic and logistical location: 184 km from the Polish border, 243 km from the Romanian border, 43 km to Ivano-Frankivsk, 92 km to Lviv. Burshtyn is a major industrial center and transport hub. Two major roads pass through the community: the national highway H-09 (Mukachevo – Lviv), and the regional road P-84 (Burshtyn – Kalush), which divides the city in half. There is also a class IV intermediate railway station located on the non-electrified Khodoriv – Khryplyn line, between Dubivtsi Station (12.5 km) and Burshtyn Station (10 km). Within the Burshtyn Community, transport connections between Burshtyn and the villages are provided by state and local roads with a total length of 62.6 km. This infrastructure ensures quick access to international markets and logistics networks, making the community attractive to investors seeking efficient growth and expansion.

Business Sector

The Burshtyn Community is classified as a mono-economy community, with the largest enterprise being the industrial complex DTEK Burshtyn Thermal Power Plant, which influences all spheres of life in the city, including local budget formation, employment levels, and household incomes.

The overall industrial sector of the community includes: DTEK Burshtyn TPP, accounting for 90.8% of the city's industrial output; Municipal Utility “ZHYTLOVYK”, responsible for water supply and sewage services, merged with the former housing and communal services enterprise of Zadnistryanske village; processing industry enterprises — production of rubber and plastic products, other non-metallic mineral products, prefabricated construction elements made of cement, concrete, or artificial stone — located in Burshtyn, Demyaniv (PJSC “Domobudivnyk 1”), Zadnistryanske (LLC “HalVapno”), and others; small businesses, primarily focused on trade, agriculture, public catering, household services, IT services. As of early 2023, the Burshtyn Community had: 188 legal entities, over 1,690 active small and medium-sized enterprises. The agricultural sector includes: household farms – 600 ha (grain crops, forage root vegetables, potatoes), agricultural enterprises – 92 ha (grain crops, forage root vegetables, potatoes), private farms – 52 ha (grain crops, forage root vegetables).