150 million euros for Graz: Stadium conversion should break new records!

150 million euros for Graz: Stadium conversion should break new records!

Graz, Österreich - In Graz, significant changes are imminent in the stadium area. The planned renovation of the Liebenau stadium, which was decided in the Graz municipal council, is expected to cost around 150 million euros. This information comes from a feasibility study commissioned in October of the previous year and has now been completed at the end of May. The study was carried out by the city building directorate and presented on Monday Governor Mario Kunasek (FPÖ) and deputy Manuela Khom (ÖVP) before the results were announced on Thursday in the local council. The aim of the renovation is to make the stadium fit for international matches and Champions League games.

The planned capacity of the new stadium is up to 25,000 seating and standing room, compared to the currently 15,300. At least 20,000 seats are required for future caps. In order to meet these requirements, comprehensive measures are necessary, such as lowering the lawn, a spectator area in the ditch, the expansion of the stands and the complete renewal of the roof structure. Special features of the roof plan include the integration of a 4,000 square meter photovoltaic system.

financing and challenges

In the financing of the project, the city of Graz plays a central role, since a participation of 30 million euros is planned in the total costs. The state of Styria has already signaled its willingness to share costs, but the exact amount has not yet been communicated. Mayor Elke Kahr (KPÖ) emphasizes the challenges that the financing brings. Vice Mayor Judith Schwentner (Greens) also demands close cooperation between all those responsible, while the SPÖ chairman Doris Kampus demands a common responsibility from the state and city.

The current space of the stadium is severely restricted by the stadium tower, the ice rink B, a train and a business center. To enable an extension, the purchase of adjacent plots is required. The high costs result not only from the elaborate construction work, but also from necessary renovations and the property prices.

considering long -term use

The conversion of the Liebenau stadium fits into a larger context of urban development. Well -equipped and barrier -free sports facilities are essential for general interest and promote the sense of community. According to information from Ständebaufoerung.info , sports sites to implement health, social and urban development policy goals in the municipalities. These changes can therefore not only expand the sporting possibilities in Graz, but also strengthen social integration and social cohesion.

The challenges of the renovation are large and require forward -looking planning. The planning decision could be completed with a construction period of up to four years, whereby the work must be carried out when operation is operated. A concept for mobility and traffic is also developed to minimize the noise pollution and traffic around the stadium.

In all of these plans, it becomes clear that the future sports facility is important not only for the SK Sturm Graz and GAK 1902, which are included in the planning, but also for the entire region. The scope and intensity of the investments speak for strategic planning and the long -term goal of promoting and expanding Graz as a sports location.