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Bremerhaven town hall: operations secured despite renovation measures!
Bremerhaven: Stadthalle will remain open until June 30, 2026. Remediation measures following asbestos discovery are being planned.
Bremerhaven town hall: operations secured despite renovation measures!
The Bremerhaven town hall, a central location for events and home of the Eisbären Bremerhaven basketball team, can still be used. After intensive discussions about the future of the building, one thing is clear: operation will be permitted until June 30, 2026, while improvements to fire safety measures are made. This reports buten and within.
The municipal operating company is now required to carry out structural measures. This includes regulations for escape routes to ensure the safety of visitors. The maximum number of visitors will initially be limited to 1,800 people, although the town hall has a capacity of up to 5,500 people. One thing is clear: Bremerhaven definitely does not want to endanger the cultural and community value of the town hall.
There has been widespread media interest in recent months following a report on the condition of the venue. As nord24 makes clear, the government coalition decided against a new building and instead renovation measures should be carried out on the existing building. A detailed renovation concept is expected by spring.
Good safety news
An important aspect of the current discussion was the possible exposure to asbestos. According to reports, asbestos was found in the roofing and tile adhesive of the shower rooms, but there was an all-clear regarding the air quality in the town hall: According to a study published by managing director Othmar Gimpel, no asbestos fibers or artificial mineral fibers were detected in the air, as was the case [Nordsee-Zeitung]. This is a good sign for the safety of visitors.
The report shows that although special protective measures are necessary during renovation, there are currently no serious risks to the users of the building. The results of the pollutant tests will now be handed over to a planning office, which will draw up a time and cost plan for the necessary renovations. The tender for this office is currently ongoing and should be completed by the end of November.
In summary, the Bremerhaven town hall remains an important institution that continues to operate despite the challenges. The next steps will focus on both the safety of visitors and the future use of the building. Let's not forget: the town hall is not only a place for large events, but also a meeting place for the city's community!