Brno has announced a survey for September regarding the use of the land of the former barracks at Kraví hora

Brno - Brno has announced a survey today, which will take place throughout September, allowing the public to express their opinions on the future use of the land of the former barracks at Kraví hora. Citizens are being asked whether to expand the park or to preserve the buildings for experimental art and culture. This was stated by the mayor's deputy Tomáš Koláčný (Pirates) to reporters. The observatory proposes to expand the park for about ten million crowns, which includes the demolition of old buildings. However, artists using the buildings have opposed this, and a petition has been created. Those interested in voting can find the survey on the website, and a user account is required to vote.

The city does not want to decide the matter alone, which is why it has announced the survey. Although the stance arising from the survey will not be binding like a referendum, Koláčný stated that the leadership would like to take it into account.

The survey offers two options: either "I am for the expansion of the park" or "I am for preserving the current use of the area." "The argument for the expansion of the beloved park is that the space will serve the general public, not just a narrow circle of users. The observatory, which manages this part of the land, already has a prepared project for its transformation and incorporation into the existing park," Koláčný stated. This could lead to the creation of more green spaces, and in the future, there are considerations for a viewpoint or refreshments.

On the other hand, local artists perceive the place as specific and valuable due to the functioning community of musicians, artists, and creatives. "It represents a unique refuge for them, which they occasionally open to the public during various cultural events. They want to strengthen these activities in the future and cultivate the entire area," Koláčný added.

The original prefabricated buildings from World War II are now rented out as storage spaces, rehearsal rooms, or art studios. Out of approximately 20 buildings, five are owned by the city. The city is thus addressing the future use of a smaller part of the complex, which otherwise belongs to the Czech Technical University. The demolition of the buildings is being considered due to their age, condition, and the discovery of asbestos.