Concern in Athens: Inspections of 35 buildings due to Metro construction works
The Mayor of Athens, Harris Doukas, has officially requested detailed structural integrity inspections for 35 apartment buildings in the Kypseli area. This decision was made following reports of damage caused to the buildings during construction work for the new Metro line.
Local residents have expressed deep concern regarding the safety of their homes, as cracks have been observed in walls and other parts of the buildings. The mayor emphasized that the protection of citizens is an absolute priority and has asked the competent authorities to examine the situation immediately.
The technical services of the Municipality of Athens, in cooperation with the relevant project agencies, are expected to begin on-site inspections in the coming days. The goal is to determine whether the damage is indeed due to the excavations and whether there is any risk to the structural adequacy of the buildings.
The construction of the new Metro line is a project of great importance for the city, as it is expected to facilitate the movement of thousands of citizens. However, the municipal authority stresses that the progress of the works must not jeopardize the safety of residents and their properties.
The matter remains under close monitoring, while the residents of Kypseli await the results of the inspections. The municipal authority has pledged to provide continuous updates on the development of the situation and the measures that will be taken to repair the damage.