Schorndorf: Webcam shows surprising insights into library renovation!

Schorndorf: Webcam shows surprising insights into library renovation!

The city library in Schorndorf is currently the focus of an extensive renovation, which became necessary due to massive damage. A webcam installed at Johann-Philipp-Palm-Straße 10 shows the progress of the construction work, in fact the images are updated every 15 minutes. The construction site has been in progress for a year and a half, and the extensive renovation is intended to prevent the historical cultural monument from being dismantled, reports Zvw.

A significant portion of the wood in the old building, which was built over 340 years ago, is affected by fungal infestation. According to information from the Stuttgart News In fact, around 60% of the rafters are infected. This led to shock in the city when the damage became public. The dismantling or replacement of the damaged wood is now being considered.

Focus on renovation options

After the summer break, two renovation options were initially presented to the city's technical committee. The first option involves the gradual replacement of the damaged wood, while the second option involves dismantling the listed building. The latter would be a drastic measure that would mean the loss of a significant part of the city's history, as can be seen from the city administration's discussions.

The necessary work is coordinated with the State Office for Monument Preservation in order to preserve the integrity of the historic building. In addition to the roof structure, other parts of the building, which was rebuilt due to a city fire in 1634 and later underwent numerous renovations, are also affected. A dendrochronological study has shown that the affected wood was felled in the winter/spring of 1685.

Monument preservation and energy-efficient renovation

The challenge of renovating listed buildings is, among other things, dedicated to this Fraunhofer Center for Energy-Effective Renovation of Old Buildings in Benediktbeuern. Research is being carried out into how energy efficiency can be balanced with the preservation of historical values. In the face of climate change and increasing ecological awareness, such solutions are increasingly in demand. However, the goal is not to transform all historical buildings into energy-plus houses, but rather to develop alternative solutions taking the monument values ​​into account.

The renovation of the Schorndorf city library remains an exciting topic that affects the population. The construction progress can be continuously monitored via the city website www.schorndorf.de/webcam. It remains to be seen how the city will ultimately deal with the challenges of this redevelopment.