A priori, the fire, although it increased the bill, did not necessarily slow down the work. “At this stage, the framework is completely restored, the roofing is in place and the roofing is being carried out with the required waterproofing and the installation of the slates. The reopening of the building initially planned for 2026 has been postponed for several months. To date, the progress of the project would allow the work to be completed and the horeca establishment and social housing to be put into service before the end of 2027. Therefore, the consequences of the fire do not call into question causes the implementation of the works within the deadlines imposed by the FEDER calendar.”
News that delights MP Sophie Pécriaux (PS). “We are fully aware that the fire had something to do with the increase in the budget and this building is definitely worth the detour. And indeed, I noted that in 2027, we could see it again in all its splendor and I have no doubt that finding funding will obviously be more complicated. But in any case, it is important that this building can receive visitors again one day, can reopen and also deliver the different functions for which it was intended.“
