New refugee accommodation in Cologne: 110 million euros planned!

New refugee accommodation in Cologne: 110 million euros planned!

A gigantic construction project and a proud amount! The planned refugee accommodation in the Agnesviertel of Cologne causes a stir. The old chief finance directorate is to be rebuilt, and at a juicy price of 110 million euros. People who are on the run are supposed to find a temporary home here, in the heart of Cologne.

The city of Cologne is not on board, the financial responsibility is solely with the district government, which, despite the astronomical sum, sees the investment as economical. The "Kölner Stadt-Anzeiger" reports that the renovation costs will amount to almost eight million euros, and a whopping 86 million euros are calculated for ten years of operation. t-online confirmed with reference to one Internal document of the district government.

a historical building with a new purpose

The former chief finance directorate extends over three parts of the building, of which the listed old building and the former canteen are to be used in the future. While the renovation does not offer a permanent solution, it should pave the way for ten years of use. The impressive old construction has hope for a new destination and could therefore end years of vacancy.

Despite the high costs, the district government rates the project sensible because the rent payments to the state -owned BLB flow and alternative locations for such a facility in Cologne are missing. The renovation is intended to transform administrative buildings into a safe and dignified refuge.

critical voices and a complicated undertaking

this major investment also faces critical tones. Some residents and politicians have concerns about the effects on the quality of living and security in the district. "In its current form, the decision to use the empty buildings as an initial reception facility, the quality and security in the quarter", expressed Kurt Metelmann, chairman of the Neustadt-Nord/Villen district, skeptical.

A very complex project that makes the political and social challenges clear. Despite the reduced scope of originally planned 1000 to 500 places, the economic implementation is further questioned. The Kölner Stadt-Eseiger stands out that Solution The risk is that the rental of alternative properties on the free market would be necessary and much more expensive.