What Larvik municipality does

Larvik kommune (Larvik municipality) is a Norwegian public-sector government entity serving approximately 45,000 residents in Larvik, Vestfold og Telemark county. Under Norwegian municipal law it holds statutory responsibility for mandated public services within its territorial boundary, including kindergarten provision (40 facilities, 21 municipal and 19 private), primary and lower secondary education through Larvikskolen (19 schools), elderly care (7 nursing homes plus Sjømannshjemmet plus home care services), child protection (Barnevern), mental health and addiction services, municipal housing, building permits, water/sewage, waste management, road maintenance, libraries (3 branches), cultural school, fire and rescue, and business development support. Service delivery is multi-channel: a centralized citizen service center (Innbyggerkontakt at Feyers gate 7), telephone and emergency lines, and digital self-service portals that integrate with national systems including VISMA (school/kindergarten communication), Dibk's eByggesøknad (building permits), Husbanken (housing allowances), Kartverket (property register), NAV (welfare), and Powel Melding (citizen issue reporting).

The municipality is funded primarily through local taxation, state grants and transfers, and user fees. Fee schedules include recurring water/sewage subscriptions (residential over 70m² totaling ~18,557 NOK annually including VAT for 2026), connection fees, kindergarten and school facility rental charges differentiated between local nonprofits and external organizations, and various administrative service charges. Pricing is updated annually.

The entity is governed by a 41-member elected municipal council (kommunestyre); Birgitte Gulla Løken (Høyre) is the current ordfører (mayor) and Gina Merethe Johnsen (Fremskrittspartiet) is varaordfører (deputy mayor). Administrative leadership is headed by kommunedirektør Marit Elisabeth Kobro, supported by kommunalsjefer across Oppvekst, Helse og mestring, Arbeid og medborgerskap, and Samfunn og miljø sectors. The municipality employs 1,001-5,000 staff, achieved a 226 million NOK net operating surplus in 2025 (third consecutive positive year), and is undertaking the Torget 1 citizen center project scheduled for completion by 2029. As a kommune, Larvik has no traditional equity ownership, funding rounds, or external shareholders; it is accountable to its citizens through democratic processes under Norwegian law.

Name

Larvik municipality

Legal name

Larvik kommune

Website

https://larvik.kommune.no

Company type

Public

Founded year

2018

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1,001–5,000 employees

Short description

Larvik kommune is a Norwegian government municipality serving 45,000+ residents in Vestfold og Telemark, providing statutory public services including education, healthcare, elderly care, child welfare, utilities, and municipal infrastructure across multiple digital and in-person channels.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Municipal Public Services

NAICS

Administration of Urban Planning and Community and Rural Development (92512), Administration of Housing Programs, Urban Planning, and Community Development (9251), Continuing Care Retirement Communities and Assisted Living Facilities for the Elderly (62331), Other Residential Care Facilities (623990)

SIC

Services-Social Services (8300), Sanitary Services (4950), Services-Nursing & Personal Care Facilities (8050), Services-Child Day Care Services (8351), Services-Home Health Care Services (8082)

akta.pro primary industry

Mayor/City Manager & General Administration (BPAIACAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Public Works & Municipal Infrastructure (Streets, Stormwater, Facilities) (BPAIACAF), Local Public Health & Human Services Administration (BPAIACAK), Housing & Neighborhood Services (Local Housing Programs) (BPAIACAJ)

Keywords

• Public administration
• Municipal services
• Primary education
• Elderly care
• Civic infrastructure

Headquarters

HQ city

Larvik

HQ country

Norway

HQ region

Europe

Offices6 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Municipal Tax Revenue: Primary funding source through municipal taxation collected from residents and businesses within Larvik municipality.
2. Service Fees and Property Charges: Fees for various municipal services including water, sewage, waste collection, kindergarten, school, healthcare facilities, building permits, and other administrative services.
3. Government Grants and Transfers: State funding and block grants from Norwegian government for public services including education, healthcare, and social services.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Larvik municipality (Larvik kommune) is a Norwegian local government entity that delivers mandated public services to residents and businesses within its jurisdiction. Core offerings include kindergarten and primary/secondary education, healthcare and elderly care (nursing homes and home care), child welfare, social services and municipal housing, water/sewage/waste utilities, building permits and urban planning, fire and rescue, public libraries, cultural schools, sports facilities, and business development advisory. Services are delivered through citizen service centers, telephone, online self-service portals, and on-site municipal facilities.

Product overview

Larvik municipality operates as a comprehensive public service organization offering a broad portfolio of citizen services through both traditional and digital channels. The service portfolio includes core public administration functions: kindergarten services (40 kindergartens), Larvikskolen primary and secondary education (19 schools), healthcare and elderly care (7 nursing homes, home care services, mental health services), child protection services, municipal housing and housing allowances, urban planning and building permits, water/wastewater and waste management utilities, sports facilities and swimming pools, public library services, cultural school, fire and rescue services, business development advisory services, and social services. Digital service delivery is centralized through municipal websites and digital form platforms (both legacy skjema.larvik.kommune.no and new dialog.larvik.kommune.no), integrating with national systems like VISMA for kindergarten/school communication, Husbanken for housing support, Kartverket for property data, and NAV for welfare services. The municipality is undertaking a major infrastructure project (Torget 1) to consolidate administration, politics, and library services in a new citizen center building by 2029.

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Functional benefit

Products and services

• Barnehage (Kindergarten Services) Comprehensive kindergarten services including 40 kindergartens (21 municipal, 19 private), covering childcare applications, placements, pricing, and attendance management for children aged 0-6.
• Larvikskolen (Primary and Lower Secondary Education) Municipal school services encompassing 19 primary and lower secondary schools, including combined 1-10 schools, primary schools, lower secondary schools, SFO (after-school care), and school transport.
• Sykehjem og omsorgsbolig (Nursing Homes and Care Housing) Seven municipal nursing homes plus placements at Sjømannshjemmet, offering long-term care, short-term care, and respite stays for elderly and disabled residents.
• Barnevern (Child Protection Services) Child welfare services providing support and assistance to children and families, including foster care, adoptive services, and protective interventions.
• Psykisk helse og avhengighet (Mental Health and Addiction) Mental health and addiction services including Larvikshjelpa, Ung Arena Larvik, Rask psykisk helsehjelp, Broen, and VERKET - providing support for psychological health issues and substance abuse.
• Byggesak (Building Permits) Building permit and construction services covering applications, permits for building, demolition, alterations, property inquiries, and regulatory compliance through the digital eByggesøknad system.
• Kommunal bolig (Municipal Housing) Municipal housing services including rental housing, care housing, assisted living facilities, and housing allocation for disadvantaged residents and those unable to secure housing independently.
• Vann, avløp og renovasjon (Water, Drainage and Waste Management) Municipal utility services including water supply, wastewater/drainage systems, and waste collection/recycling services for households and businesses.
• Idrettsanlegg og svømmehaller (Sports Facilities and Swimming Pools) Municipal sports facilities including Bommestadhallen, Fagerlihallen, Farrishallen, and swimming pools at various locations, available for rental by sports clubs and the public.
• Larvik bibliotek (Larvik Library) Public library services with three branches (main library in Larvik, Lardal, and Stavern), plus library services at Larvik Prison. Offers book lending, media, information guidance, and community programs.
• Larvik kulturskole (Cultural School) Municipal cultural school offering arts and cultural education for all ages 0-100, including music lessons, art classes, creative groups, Kulturlab for music production and gaming, and external partnerships with kindergartens and schools.
• Næringsrådgivning (Business Advisory Services) Municipal business development services helping entrepreneurs with site selection, permits, partnerships, and investment guidance. Includes Colab - house for innovation and entrepreneurship.
• Brann og redning (Fire and Rescue Services) Municipal fire and rescue services covering fire prevention, inspection, chimney sweeping, emergency response, and public safety. Includes fire safety education and inspections.
• Hjemmetjenester (Home Care Services) Home-based care and support services for residents needing assistance to live independently at home, including health care, personal assistance, and household support.
• Arrangementsveileder og tilskuddsordninger (Event Guidance and Grants) Event planning support and financial grant programs for cultural activities, sports organizations, and volunteer associations. Includes subsidies portal for applications.
• Min eiendom (My Property) Digital self-service portal for property information including property registry access, addressing, surveying, and sectioning services linked to Kartverket's national property register.
• Digitale skjemaer (Digital Forms) Comprehensive digital form system offering online applications for all municipal services including kindergarten applications, building permits, housing applications, social services, health services, and business licenses.

Quantifiable outcome

• 226 million NOK surplus achieved in 2025, third consecutive year of positive results

Named customers1 record

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

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Has API

No

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Integration8 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Larvik næringsforening (Larvik Business Association)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaboration project 'Larvik Leverer' between Larvik municipality and Larvik næringsforening. Together they work to increase Larvik's attractiveness for relocation and business establishment. Project focuses on joint marketing and economic development initiatives.
• Advokatforeningen (Norwegian Bar Association)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaboration providing free legal advice through Advokatvakten (Lawyer Guard). Members of Advokatforeningen provide up to 20 minutes of free legal consultation on simple legal matters such as inheritance, neighbor disputes, debt, and marriage/cohabitation issues.
• Vestfold fylkeskommune (Vestfold County)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCounty-level cooperation on regional development, including transport infrastructure (E18, Vestfoldbanen railway), education, and regional planning. Torp Airport is in the region serving Larvik.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves9 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Market position

Competitive moat4 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/Larvik
• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UClMiuEyN6YPJ5v7zjmb6OkQ
• Facebookfacebook.com/larvikkommune
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/625685
• Instagraminstagram.com/larvikkommune

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Number of profiles

Profiles8 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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