Around 50 trees are to make Linz’s town hall district greener and more attractive. This has been discussed for a long time, and it is now (as reported) clear where the greening measures are to be implemented (see graphic).
For Environmental Councilor Eva Schobesberger (Greens), who has been responsible for these agendas since the elections last autumn, the project makes an important contribution to keeping the city “livable and lovable” in times of the climate crisis.
The planning for the project has been going on for around two years. The “crisscrossing” lines presented the planners with many a challenge, as Markus Lindinger-Hofmann from Alles Landschaft e. U. tells. These were also one of the main reasons that potential further tree planting became impossible.
Cost point: 800,000 euros
Ultimately, space was found for around 50 trees, with “site-appropriate and heat-resistant” tree species such as linden or oak trees being planned. These should be planted close together in small groups of trees, explains Lindinger-Hofmann. With the aim that these together form a large crown shape. The necessary construction work is to start this autumn, and the trees are to be planted by the end of the year. The municipal council decision required for the tender is to be made before the summer, and around 800,000 euros are estimated for the project implementation. Criticism of the costs comes from the FPÖ, they are too “high and disproportionate”.
Trees versus parking lots
Some parking spaces (especially in Zollamtstraße) will have to make way for the trees. Mayor Klaus Luger (SP) stated that this question had to be decided with a sense of proportion. There is a large supply of underground parking spaces in the town hall square, and priority should be given to upgrading the public space through greening. Schobesberger is convinced that the project will serve as a model – and will thus help to allay concerns about the loss of parking space.
Incidentally, the project plans will be posted in the foyer of the old town hall from June 7th to 10th, where citizens have the opportunity to obtain information. The parish square itself is not part of the current project, as Luger says, it should be used for this purpose. an own concept can be developed “promptly”.
Source: Nachrichten
