The Sea Point Fire Station, one of Cape Town’s oldest, is undergoing a much-needed overhaul to preserve its heritage while ensuring it meets modern operational needs.
The station, which has been serving the community since 1932, has been given upgrades to the value of R7.86 million and is 95 percent complete.
Mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis and Mayoral Committee Member for Safety and Security, Alderman JP Smith, recently visited the site to view the progress of its extensive renovation project.
Major renovation of Sea Point Fire Station nears completion
Upgrades include a new roof, fresh paintwork, tiling, electrical infrastructure updates, new gutters, as well as repairs to cracks in the building‘s facade.
Throughout the process, special care was also taken to protect the fire station’s heritage status and maintain its iconic architectural features.
“Our Fire and Rescue Service has a long and proud history in Cape Town and we have the responsibility to maintain and preserve our Fire Station. Fire Stations are beacons of hope for our communities in times of emergencies and it is important for communities to know that they are well maintained and continue to provide services for those in need for generations to come,’ Mayoral Committee Member for Safety and Security,” Alderman Smith said.
The project is expected to be fully completed soon, ensuring that the Sea Point Fire Station remains both a functional emergency hub and an enduring landmark for the local community.
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