Bremerhaven City Hall: Approval until 2026, but with conditions!

Bremerhaven City Hall: Approval until 2026, but with conditions!

The Bremerhaven town hall can be used again for events until June 30, 2026. This good news came from the city's building regulations office, which issued the necessary permit. However, in order to use the hall, additional fire protection measures must be completed by April 2025. This ensures that security standards remain at a high level.

The required changes are clearly defined: the installation of new fire doors and structural improvements to escape routes are at the top of the list. Organizational measures for the event of an evacuation must also be implemented. These regulations are part of the Construction and Assembly Sites Ordinance, which ensures that all visitors can escape quickly and safely in an emergency.

Security precautions and usage restrictions

With a maximum capacity of 1,800 people, the town hall guarantees that not too many people are present at events at once. However, the serving of alcohol and the use of pyrotechnics are prohibited, which shows that safety is a top priority here. Permits for individual events must be applied for individually in order to meet the high requirements.

A central element of the security concept are the escape and rescue routes. These must not only be structurally present, but also clearly visible and provided with appropriate signs. In public buildings, such as the town hall, these plans must be drawn up in accordance with DIN ISO 23601 and displayed in a clearly visible manner. Escape and rescue routes must show visitors the quickest and safest exit in an emergency.

Expectations for the future

The Veranstaltungs- und Messe GmbH breathes a sigh of relief and is relieved that the approval has been granted. With this planning security behind you, future events can be organized with a good feeling. However, the question remains open as to whether the foyer of the town hall also falls under the new requirements; A decision from the authorities is still pending. The city has thus taken a further step to make Bremerhaven more attractive as an event location.

Overall, both the city administration and the organizers have a duty to put the safety and comfort of the guests first. Continuous commitment to effective fire protection measures and compliance with legal requirements are essential.