Renovation of the Chancellery Lane: Villingen fights against stumbling blocks!

Renovation of the Chancellery Lane: Villingen fights against stumbling blocks!

There is reason to be happy in Villingen: With the application “Villingen City Center 20,000”, presented by Andreas Flöß, the vexing issue of paving surfaces in need of renovation is finally being addressed. The application, which was approved by both the technical committee and the local council, is specifically aimed at the damaged areas of the city center, which not only affect the cityscape but also pose a security risk. Silvie Lamla, head of the Office for Civil Engineering and Green Spaces, confirmed that the critical areas had already been identified in order to eliminate tripping hazards and reduce the risk of accidents for citizens.

The administration has made a proud sum of 1.4 million euros available to renew around 4,200 square meters of the dilapidated paving stones by 2030. Particularly affected are the Chancellor's Lane, Rathausgasse, Paradiesgasse, upper Färberstrasse as well as the gate area of ​​Rietstrasse and the Kaufhausgasse and Münstergasse. However, Chancellery Lane is the one that is talked about the loudest, as it is considered to be the section with the worst paving stones.

Financial aspects and construction phases

The first construction phase is scheduled to begin this year and has a budget of 308,000 euros. On top of that, the local council has already voted for further construction phases worth 1.15 million euros in the draft budget. Interestingly, the original application even called for the renovation of a total of 20,000 square meters of paved area, with the total costs estimated at around seven million euros over five years. This cost estimate is based on a guideline value of 350 euros per square meter, which does not include additional civil engineering work or sewer renovations.

But it's not just the city administration that has its fingers in the game. Local providers such as Stein-Doktor.de are also committed to natural stone renovation and care and bring years of experience to meet the requirements of these structural measures. Their services include, among other things, the cleaning and sealing of natural stone, which can be important for the renovation of paved areas. They are also active in the Villingen-Schwenningen region and the surrounding area and offer individual solutions for customers who value high quality and reliability.

Accessibility in focus

Another concern that cannot be ignored during this renovation is the barrier-free design of the paved areas. According to the specialist book “Paving Surfaces in Public Spaces”, it is crucial to plan paths so that they are easily accessible for people with mobility disabilities. This requires special solutions, such as suitable surfaces that can also be used by wheelchair users and assistants. In addition, the spacing of the joints should meet the requirements for barrier-free paths and care and maintenance are essential to ensure usability.

In summary, it can be said that the renovation of the paving in Villingen is an important project that not only increases the safety of citizens, but also increases the quality of life in the city center. With the right commitment from everyone involved, this measure could become a real benefit for the city.

For further information and specific details about the planned measures, those interested can visit the articles Black Forest messenger, Stone Doctor and Zero barrier read up.