Rewe Park in Sendling: Construction site remains, residents are frustrated!

Rewe Park in Sendling: Construction site remains, residents are frustrated!

Sendlinger's concerns about the “Rewe Park” on Alramstrasse are visibly growing. The green area, which was once a popular meeting place, remains closed and is increasingly deteriorating. Munich's mobility officer Georg Dunkel explained in a recent announcement that six so-called “swallowing fountains” had been created. These are necessary to ensure the stability of the excavation pit, regardless of whether the construction project is continued in the short or long term. The wells can only be removed once the basement floors of the planned building are stable. In addition, a separate water drainage infrastructure must be created for the (yet to be built) building, which further complicates the situation. [Wochenanzeiger] reports that the condition of the area is worrying.

The area has been part of a construction site since 2020, where a total of 130 condominiums are to be built by 2025. The residents are dissatisfied and the district committee sees it as its duty to maintain the area as a communication point for the community. Philip Fickel from the SPD submitted an application for urgent cleaning and rededication of the property as a green area, which was accepted by a majority. Despite the developer M-Concept's obligation to restore the property after the house is completed, the area is not legally protected as a green area and is currently littered with pipes, cables and components. [tz.de] shows that there is a need for action here.

A new approach to green space management

The topic of green space maintenance is becoming more relevant not only in Sendling. At the 65th GALK e.V. Garden Office Managers' Conference in May 2023, a new guide was presented that is intended to serve as the basis for effective green space management. The guide, which will be available from 2024, contains crucial information on the creation and operation of a green space management system. This could also be important for urban development projects such as Rewe Park. With the aim of increasing the efficiency in the use of green spaces, the consideration of aspects such as climate change and biodiversity is also promoted. [stadtundgruen.de] emphasizes how important modern space management is today.

Philip Fickel also criticizes the property developer's poor communication. He suggests commissioning mayors to intensify contact with the company so that progress can finally be made. In particular, the developer's information that the pipes are used to drain the excavation pit raises questions. The district committee had already tried to protect the area in 2017, but without success. These repeated attempts show how urgent it is for citizens to improve the situation at Rewe Park.

The challenges surrounding Rewe Park clearly show that Munich needs a good hand in the development of its green spaces. The residents hope for improvements soon and a return to a lively district that takes their needs into account and offers space for encounters.