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Cost explosion at Wiesau train station: almost twice as expensive!
The renovation of the Wiesau train station is causing cost explosions and bureaucratic challenges. 15.6 million euros instead of 8 million.
Cost explosion at Wiesau train station: almost twice as expensive!
The renovation of the Wiesau train station in the Tirschenreuth district is increasingly the focus of public criticism. What was started as an important project to upgrade local public transport has now turned into a real cost explosion. The original plans from 2020 called for costs of around 8 million euros, but now the total bill amounts to an impressive 15.6 million euros - almost twice as much. The Taxpayers' Association describes the situation in its “Black Book” as a significant waste of taxpayers' money, and this topic is also of national interest. merkur.de
The project itself is being carried out as part of the electrification of the railway line between Regensburg and Hof and is intended to upgrade Wiesau train station into a long-distance travel stop. Markt Wiesau acquired the station building from Deutsche Bahn, and it is now being completely gutted and rebuilt. The new plans include a variety of facilities such as a community library, restaurants, a bakery and rooms for young people and seniors. A waiting hall for train and bus passengers with public toilets is also planned. The aim is to create a social meeting place and promote public transport. Plans to install charging stations for e-buses are also in progress. Schwarzbuch.de
Why costs exploded
The increased costs are not only due to inflation and the effects of the Corona and Ukraine crisis, but also to adjustments that were required during the construction work. In addition, it comes that the planning and implementation of large public projects are often affected with serious defects. Often at the beginning of such a renovation, it is not sufficiently analyzed, which is actually used, which can lead to oversized solutions.
Another problem is that errors in the planning phase are often only recognized in the course of the construction. In many cases, this inadequate planning leads to inevitable supplements, since the real conditions have not been taken into account. The gap between planning and execution is a frequently mentioned problem, and companies are often not given enough space to intervene in the planning phase, which can be expensive. taxpayer.de
The future of the Wiesau train station
Despite the critical voices for the budget, the project will continue to be promoted. The Wiesau train station is to be completed in 2026. You have big plans that go beyond the pure functionality of a train station. The municipality hopes that the new train station will not only offer local passengers, but also other travelers, and thus increase the attractiveness of local public transport.
However, decision-makers face the challenge of justifying the rising costs. The Taxpayers' Association will continue to monitor the project critically, as it represents a clear example of how public infrastructure projects can get out of hand. In times when every euro counts, it is even more important to use tax money responsibly.