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Zehlendorf Town Hall Modernization Project Stalled by Funding Delays

Funding delays threaten Zehlendorf Town Hall's transformation into a multifunctional hub. The €75 million project's future is uncertain, with no alternative financing explored yet.

In this image I can see a poster which has so many buildings and text highlighted on it.
In this image I can see a poster which has so many buildings and text highlighted on it.

Zehlendorf Town Hall Modernization Project Stalled by Funding Delays

Zehlendorf Town Hall's modernization project has hit a snag. Despite being chosen four years ago, the winning design 'Zehlendorf Wave' remains unbuilt due to funding delays. District Mayor Maren Schellenberg (Green Party) confirmed that alternative financing options, such as loans, have not been explored yet, as the project was not included in the 2023 state investment program.

The ambitious plan aims to transform the nearly 100-year-old town hall into a central, multifunctional hub. The ground floor will house a library, dining options, a music school, and adult education facilities, all centered around a plaza. This €75 million project is set to be the largest construction project in the heart of Zehlendorf in the coming years.

Construction was initially planned to start in 2029, with full financing expected by 2030. However, the absence of allocated funding in the 2023 state investment program has pushed these timelines further. The project's completion, initially estimated for 2032, is now uncertain.

The future of Zehlendorf Town Hall's modernization hangs in the balance. While the design is ready and the vision clear, the lack of funding and exploration of alternative financing options, such as loans, leaves the project's timeline uncertain. The surrounding area's transformation, including new street trees, seating areas, and S-Bahn reorganization, also awaits the town hall's redevelopment.

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