Kypseli residents face building damage from Athens Metro works

Kypseli Athens Metro Line 4 building subsidence structural damage Attiko Metro

The Athens Municipality has received initial data from Attiko Metro regarding structural damage and ground subsidence affecting 14 buildings in the Kypseli district. This follows the suspension of Metro Line 4 construction works in the area since last May due to safety concerns.

Athens Mayor Haris Doukas stated that the provided data includes comparative images of the buildings before and after the passage of the tunnel-boring machine, as well as the methodology used to assess structural stability. The municipality is currently reviewing these documents with specialized experts to ensure resident safety and plan for full damage restoration.

Local residents, organized through a residents' initiative, have expressed heightened anxiety, reporting cracks in columns and stairs. They are demanding full transparency and independent structural studies, fearing the long-term stability of their homes, particularly in the event of an earthquake. A comprehensive study detailing how construction will proceed is expected to be presented in mid-September.

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Athens Municipality · Attiko Metro · Haris Doukas · Kypseli · Metro Line 4 · Municipality of Athens

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[● 3 SOURCES] Attiko Metro has provided initial data and documentation for 14 buildings in Kypseli. thefaq.gr · www.efsyn.gr · www.ieidiseis.gr
[● 2 SOURCES] A study determining how tunnel excavation will proceed is expected to be presented in mid-September. www.efsyn.gr · www.ieidiseis.gr
[● 3 SOURCES] The provided data includes images of 14 buildings before and after the passage of the metro shield and the evaluation methodology used. thefaq.gr · www.efsyn.gr · www.ieidiseis.gr
[● 3 SOURCES] Residents of Kypseli report cracks, subsidence, and damage to columns and stairs in buildings due to Metro Line 4 works. thefaq.gr · www.efsyn.gr · www.ieidiseis.gr
[● 2 SOURCES] The Municipality is forwarding the received data to specialized experts, including Professor Kaliambakos, for review. www.efsyn.gr · www.ieidiseis.gr