The fire brigade in Bermatingen is facing some challenges with their new central fire station. Originally budgeted at 6.8 million euros, the costs for the construction have now risen to 7.2 million euros. The community is not happy with this increase and has tasked architects and engineers to come up with cost-saving measures while maintaining the functionality of the facility.
The architects presented the design of the one-story building with a seamless entry and exit for the fire trucks. The exterior of the building will have a dark color to contrast with the warm and inviting interior that is lined with wood. The separate hose tower will be made of dark-colored concrete instead of wood to save costs. The interior will have large windows for transparency, and the floor will be easy to maintain linoleum.
Cost overruns were attributed to new additions to the project and additional costs for soil disposal. However, the architects were able to reduce costs by 700,000 euros by making changes to materials and design without compromising the quality of the building. The construction is set to be completed by the fall of 2026 with a budget of 7.2 million euros.
There were discussions among the community members regarding the project’s costs and funding sources. While some expressed concerns about exceeding the budget, others were confident that the project could be funded with the allocated funds. Despite the financial uncertainties, the majority of the community members voted in favor of moving forward with the construction to support the fire brigade.
The new fire station will have separate areas for different functions, including vehicle storage, changing rooms, meeting rooms, and a kitchen. The design allows for flexibility in adjusting the layout to accommodate future needs, such as an increase in female firefighters. The building will also have sustainable features like green roofs and solar panels to reduce environmental impact.
Overall, the community is looking forward to the completion of the new fire station, which will provide a modern and functional facility for the fire brigade. Despite some challenges with costs, the project is moving forward with the support of the community and local officials.
