Jahnsportpark in Pankow: Court ruling on demolition expected next week

Fate of former GDR stadium uncertain

Residents and sports clubs in Pankow are eagerly awaiting the court ruling on the demolition of the Jahnsportpark. The administrative court is expected to announce its decision next week. The stadium, built in the 1950s, has been the subject of a long-running dispute between the district office and residents who want to preserve it.

The district office argues that the stadium is in poor condition and needs to be demolished to make way for new housing. Residents, on the other hand, say the stadium is a historical landmark and should be preserved. They have also raised concerns about the loss of green space and the impact on local sports clubs.

The stadium was built in 1953 and was once the home of the GDR national football team. It has since fallen into disrepair and is no longer used for professional sports. However, it is still used by local sports clubs and residents for recreation.

The district office has proposed demolishing the stadium and building new housing on the site. The plan has been met with opposition from residents, who have formed a citizens' initiative to save the stadium.

The citizens' initiative has argued that the stadium is a historical landmark and should be preserved. They have also raised concerns about the loss of green space and the impact on local sports clubs.

The administrative court is expected to announce its decision on the demolition of the Jahnsportpark next week. The ruling will be closely watched by residents and sports clubs in Pankow.