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Save historical treasures: 35,000 euros for renovation in Gießen!
The district of Gießen supports the renovation of historical buildings with funding to preserve cultural heritage.
Save historical treasures: 35,000 euros for renovation in Gießen!
In Fernwald-Albach, a half-timbered house from the 17th century is currently being extensively renovated by an owner couple. Loud lkgi.de If the project includes own work such as gutting the house, drywall, masonry work and the laying of tiles and planks. Ecological building materials are particularly used. In addition, the electricity and water pipes were updated and windows that were listed in terms of monument were installed. For the renovation, materials and furniture can be obtained from private individuals and dismantled on site and continued.
The couple received a funding aid in the amount of 35,000 euros. The renovation costs were significantly burdened by the effects of corona pandemic, the Ukraine war and inflation. The positive cooperation with the district is important for the owners because they are heavily dependent on grants. As part of the funding program "Revitalization of the local nuclei in the district of Gießen", owners can be supported by buildings protected or in need of renovation. The minimum costs for the projects amount to 25,000 euros, whereby up to 30% of the eligible investment costs and a maximum of 75,000 euros can be made available.
Funding opportunities in monument protection
In Germany there are numerous country and cross-topic funding programs for monument renovation, such as romoe.com reported. These funds come from both the federal government and the countries and are designed to protect monuments from weather damage and demolition. The first monument protection laws were introduced in Sweden in 1662, while Germany began in 1902. The comprehensive monument protection only prevailed in the 1970s with the European monument protection year 1975.
The management of monument protection in Germany is managed by various authorities. The highest monument protection authority is located in the state ministries and takes care of laws and administrative regulations. The higher monument protection authorities act as an intermediary between top and lower authorities and are responsible for conflicts. The lower monument protection authorities advise builders and pursue violations of monument protection.
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