An important step towards evacuation
The Nou Barris District has begun a process of classifying the building of the own as a housing, located on Via Júlia, with the aim of facilitating the eviction of the occupants who have been in this space illegally for several months. City Council sources indicate that this procedure can be long and complicated, as the parties involved may have allegations that could lead to administrative contentious. However, this procedure is expected to be more agile compared to traditional procedures.
A precedent in Gràcia
The situation of Els himself recalls a similar case to the occupied block of the Alió passage in Gràcia, where the building was evicted after technicians confirmed that it presented risks to the safety of its inhabitants. In the case of the own, the situation is even more complex, since the building, currently only with the structure, is in a state of remodeling that had been planned for the centenary of the entity, scheduled for 2025. However, factors such as pandemic and increase in costs have paralyzed the works.
Problems with the local community
Via Júlia’s neighbors have expressed concern due to the problems caused by the occupants, including excessive noises, bonfires and incivious events. Complaints have increased, with allegations of fights and accumulation of waste. Residents are afraid of their safety and have noticed that the occupants carry out internal reforms, such as lifting walls, under conditions that are not hygienic and without running water supply.
Structural impact and future solutions
In addition to social conflicts, the lack of completion of the works has exposed the dividing walls to the inclement weather, causing water leaks to the adjacent homes and the commercial premises on the ground floor for rainy days. This situation has led the neighbors to ask that, once the eviction was performed, measures were taken to avoid future occupations, including the installation of barriers.
Looking to the future
With the gaze on the resolution of this situation, the Nou Barris district is at a crossroads. Management of spaces such as the ones themselves requires not only an immediate solution for employment, but also a long -term plan to guarantee the safety and well -being of the neighbors, as well as the completion of the works that allow the entity to celebrate its centenary with the proper space.
