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Construction site chaos in Bremen: Asbestos alarm delays the start of the apartment!
Housing construction project Q45 in Bremen is delayed due to asbestos and burst water pipes. Move-in dates vary.
Construction site chaos in Bremen: Asbestos alarm delays the start of the apartment!
In Bremen's Bahnhofsvorstadt, the move-in date for the Q45 housing project could be delayed. Loud Weser courier Finding asbestos outside and a burst water pipe are the main reasons for the delay. “We have high demand,” explains Gewoba, which manages the 117 apartments. The first 32 tenants were originally supposed to move in in December, but there are now doubts as to whether this deadline can be met.
The problems that have already arisen with asbestos are not entirely new. These dangerous materials are used in many existing buildings, especially from the 1960s and 1970s. Asbestos has been banned in Germany since November 1, 1993, but the dangerous fibers can still be found in millions of buildings. During construction and renovation work, these fibers can be released, which can cause health risks such as asbestosis or cancer Haufe reported. In 2024, over 2,300 reports of asbestos-related occupational diseases were registered.
Special challenges
Another obstacle is the shortage of skilled workers, which makes it even more difficult to complete the project on time. Gewoba has already started informing affected tenants about the possible delay, although not all of them have been reached yet. “We are working on solutions for all tenants,” said a Gewoba spokesman.
Although moving in in December is shaky, there is a ray of hope: a new move-in date in February is being considered. In addition, two other new buildings, the Point House and the Studio House, are also expected to be completed next year. This comprehensive construction project, in which over 70 million euros will be invested, is ultimately intended to contribute to the improvement of the district.
Health risks and regulations
Asbestos is not only a material problem, but also a health problem. The new Hazardous Substances Ordinance from 2024 stipulates that clients must clarify health risks when dealing with asbestos. Before starting work on buildings that may be contaminated with asbestos, a comprehensive risk assessment is mandatory DGUV notes.
High-risk work may only be carried out by specialized, officially approved companies. The new regulation introduces a traffic light principle for risk classification to ensure that everyone involved is adequately protected.
Gewoba remains optimistic and is committed to managing the current construction phase and meeting the new completion date despite the challenges. A solution will be found for any inconveniences so that the new tenants can move into their new four walls as quickly as possible.