On October 18, 2024, the executive committee of the Irpin City Council, directed by Irpin Mayor Oleksandr Markushin, issued building conditions for the development of a 0.1977-hectare plot, cadastral number 3210900000:01:081:0029. This plot is located near the “Krynychka” hydrological reserve in the “Pylipiv Potik” area. Developer Andriy Andreyko plans to carry out high-rise construction on this site, as reported to the ITV editorial office by Irpin City Council deputy Dmytro Negresha.
“This decision to develop this area is the pinnacle of Markushin’s construction cynicism. The ‘Krynychka’ spring, along with the forested area, holds great environmental and recreational value. Therefore, I am initiating the repeal of this decision, which goes against the interests of the neighborhood residents and the entire community. We are starting a petition, gathering signatures, filing a lawsuit, and we promise that ‘Krynychka’ will mark the beginning of the end for the corrupt mayor and his irresponsible developers. Protecting ‘Krynychka’ from development will be a true test of competency for the deputies,” emphasized Dmytro Negresha.
To recap, the earliest mentions of “Krynychka” appear in documents by Petro Mohyla, who described Irpin as a place with eight springs, one of which was “Krynychka.” In the 1920s, a bell tower was built at this site, which still stands today.
The water from “Krynychka” is known for its healing properties, first discovered by clergymen who reported miraculous healings, including the case of a blind woman regaining her sight after washing in the spring. This water remains unique; it can stand for extended periods without spoiling.
On October 21, 2010, during its 35th session, the Kyiv Regional Council of the 5th convocation granted “Krynychka” the status of a local hydrological reserve by Resolution No. 866-35-V.