Wake Up, Bergisch Gladbach: The Morning Brief on the Zanders Site Redevelopment
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Subscribe to our newsletter for freeThe Zanders site redevelopment is stirring up talk in Bergisch Gladbach. The third SPD information and discussion event on the site's future took place in Paffrath, with over 100 citizens attending to learn more.Join the conversation with the SPD
The goal behind this event was to provide transparency on the current state of Zanders site planning, address questions, and gather suggestions from the community. Many attendees had the opportunity to meet and engage with SPD and Green mayoral candidate, Marcel Kreutz, and hear his clear vision for the Zanders site development.
As recapped by us
"The Zanders site is a significant opportunity for our city – it just needs a smart, climate-friendly, and socially responsible masterplan," Kreutz emphasized during the discussion.
Kreutz received backing from Andreas Ebert, chairman of the planning committee, who presented the current planning documents in detail and fielded numerous questions from the audience.
Consensus was reached that the site should not become solely an investor project – it should cater to all social groups. "We need a blend of homes, workplaces, education, culture, and social life," said Kreutz, drawing attention to proposals for an education quarter, a new city library, and other social and cultural facilities.
Transport connection also emerged as a crucial topic: To accommodate the potential 3,000 new jobs and residents, sustainable mobility solutions must be devised. Community members also emphasized the importance of social mixing: Building plots should not solely be allocated based on the highest bid; building groups and alternative housing projects should also have a fair chance.
Join us for the next event on July 3rd at 7 PM in the UFO in Bensberg. Everyone intrigued by these plans is warmly invited for a chat with Marcel Kreutz.
More Voices on the Topic
Please refresh the page for additional insights on the Zanders site's history and future developments[1].
Footnotes:1. Bergische Ausblick2. Zanders Site Redevelopment: A Focus on Preserving Cultural History3. Regionale 2025 / Bergisches RheinLand: Transforming Industrial Sites into Urban Neighborhoods
"There is a growing interest in the politics of the Zanders site redevelopment in Bergisch Gladbach, with the third information and discussion event on the site's future focusing on gathering community suggestions. This event saw the attendance of over 100 citizens and the SPD and Green mayoral candidate, Marcel Kreutz, who emphasized the need for a smart, climate-friendly, and socially responsible masterplan for the site."
"In addition to the recent event, other general-news sources like Bergische Ausblick, Guestworker Heritage, and Regional 2025 are providing insights on the Zanders site's history and future developments, furthering the ongoing discussions about the site's redevelopment."
