Artificial turf pitches in Butzbach: Start of construction for sports guild!
Artificial turf pitches in Butzbach: Start of construction for sports guild!
The construction of artificial turf football spots "Am Keltenhof" in Butzbach could begin next week. This is reported by the Frankfurter Neue Presse . The symbolic groundbreaking ceremony already took place at the beginning of October. The process is the result of extensive plans and preparations, some of which go back to the spring. Development work and especially drainage lines have already been laid there.
The archaeological examinations of the site have now been completed. These showed finds that are up to 2500 years old. The earthworks have now also been carried out, which prepares the surface for the new places accordingly. The financial effort for archaeological work amounts to 500,000 euros, while the costs for the entire field system are estimated at 4 million euros, which is within the budget.
construction progress and future work
A functional building is built to enable simultaneous games in both places. The last cost estimate for this building was 1.5 million euros, but an increase in construction costs is expected. A floodlight system is also installed, while the drainage is temporarily connected to the channel. The underground rain retention is also manufactured in the course of the construction work, whereby the temperature must be above zero degrees.
The next steps include the edging of the football fields and the foundation of the foundations for the floodlight system. The technology of the floodlight system will later be housed in the functional building. Interestingly, training and games can initially be carried out without cabins and showers. A name for the sports facility has not yet been determined; The term "Keltenhof" is temporary.
artificial turf pitches as an attractive alternative
The decision for artificial turf pitches is not only locally, but also nationwide. Municipalities and associations are planning to renovate or build football places, as artificial turf brings with it various advantages. According to the landscape architects Munder and Erzepky, which specialize in sports facilities, the planning and implementation times for artificial turf pitches are usually shorter than in natural lawn places. In addition, artificial turf pitches are independent of the weather and can also be played well in winter.
In addition, the flat surfaces promote a strategic game and enable multifunctional use. The high intensity of use of around 2,000 hours per year and the lower care effort are further plus points.
costs and environmental aspects
The construction costs for an artificial turf pitch fluctuate between 700,000 and 900,000 euros, while the financing of a floodlight system is between 70,000 and 100,000 euros. In practice, the construction period for an artificial turf pitch is estimated at about three to five months. Optimal conditions lie from March to September, which is ideal for the completion -oriented construction work.
From a total economic point of view, artificial turf pitches are a worthwhile investment. Although the acquisition costs are higher, the running costs decrease significantly due to the reduced maintenance effort and the associated savings in fertilization, irrigation and lawn mowing. State-of-the-art artificial turf systems are also increasingly made of recyclable materials and offer withdrawal programs to keep up with environmental concerns, as in an analysis of the platform Details