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Mainz animal shelter: Information about the move
Here you will find a list of frequently asked questions about the move and the temporary solution for the animal shelter during the demolition of Hochstraße in Mainz.
FAQ on the temporary solution and relocation of the Mainz animal shelter
Why does the Mainz animal shelter need another location for a few years?
The demolition of the elevated highway requires the Mainz Animal Shelter to relocate. It will not be possible for the Mainz Animal Shelter to continue operating at its current location during the construction work.
Why does the elevated road have to be demolished?
The approximately 1.3-kilometer-long elevated road has significant structural defects. The prestressing steel used in its construction is susceptible to stress corrosion cracking, which is why complete demolition is the only option for safety reasons.
How long have the Mainz animal shelter and the city of Mainz been working together on a solution?
The Mainz Animal Shelter and the City of Mainz have been in discussions since the summer of 2022 to work out a solution together.
Where should the Mainz animal shelter go during the demolition work?
The City of Mainz, in close coordination with the Mainz Animal Shelter, has developed an interim solution to ensure that operations can continue during the demolition work. Two temporary locations are planned—one on Mombacher Straße and one at “Am Rondell”—which can operate simultaneously. These sites have already been incorporated into the ongoing bidding process for the demolition of the elevated highway.
The facilities will be constructed using modern modular design and will significantly improve upon the current accommodations. They will be permanently available to the animal shelter—even at a different location.
Who is responsible for animal-friendly spatial planning?
On the recommendation of the Mainz Animal Shelter, an architect with extensive experience and a strong reputation in the design of animal shelters was commissioned to develop a modern concept that complies with animal welfare standards.
What costs does the Mainz animal shelter bear?
The Mainz Animal Shelter incurs no costs for the temporary locations. The City of Mainz provides the land and facilities free of charge. The city also covers the moving costs, thereby investing a total of several million euros in the shelter.
Does the Mainz animal shelter receive organizational and logistical support?
Yes, the City of Mainz is providing both organizational and logistical support to the Mainz Animal Shelter for its move to the temporary locations as well as for its subsequent return.
When does the Mainz animal shelter have to move (temporarily)?
The animal shelter will not move until the temporary facilities are ready. Construction of the temporary facilities is scheduled to begin in 2027, and the animals will be relocated in phases throughout that year. Afterward, demolition of the elevated road at the shelter’s current location will begin.
Will the alternative locations be ready by then?
Yes, the alternative locations will be ready by then.
What kind of premises will the Mainz animal shelter have?
The City of Mainz is providing sustainable, animal-friendly, and mobile facilities that can continue to be used at the permanent location in the future. The welfare of the animals is the top priority for the Mainz Animal Shelter and the City of Mainz. There is no risk to the animals.
Is it a multi-story space?
The Rondell site will be a two-story building. The Mombacher Straße site will be a single-story building.
Are green spaces endangered by the construction of the alternative sites?
No, because these are already sealed surfaces.
What are the next steps?
The Mainz Animal Shelter, the city of Mainz, and the architect in charge are maintaining close communication to further refine the planning details.
Why were temporary locations planned?
For a long time, the animal shelter has expressly expressed its desire to return to its former location once the elevated highway is demolished. This desire has been the basis for planning efforts in recent years.
That is why
were the temporary locations selected,
the bidding process was launched a year ago, and
did the architect design mobile facilities that could later be reused at the current location.
Are there alternatives?
If an alternative location is ultimately chosen, this would present a new challenge. The City of Mainz will work with the Mainz Animal Shelter to find a suitable solution and will provide its full support.
If no new location is found, the Mainz Animal Shelter will regain its current location with its modern facilities.
In any case, the shelter will be able to continue using the mobile facilities on a long-term basis.
