La Seu d'Urgell to Renovate Carrer dels Estudis with 117,703 Euro Investment

The project, part of the Neighborhood Plan, will upgrade services and paving on this strategic street in the historic center.

Facade of the Seu d'Urgell town hall with wrought iron balcony under sunlight.
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Facade of the Seu d'Urgell town hall with wrought iron balcony under sunlight.

The La Seu d'Urgell City Council has approved the comprehensive renovation of Carrer dels Estudis, a pedestrian street connecting the Eixample with the historic core, with an investment of 117,703.60 euros.

This intervention is part of the Neighborhood Plan, a municipal initiative aimed at renewing and improving the urban quality of the city's historic center. Carrer dels Estudis, approximately 52 meters long, has not undergone any significant work for years, leading to a progressive degradation of both its pavement and service installations.
The project outlines two main lines of action. Firstly, it will focus on improving the existing infrastructure by removing current asbestos-containing fiber cement pipes for sewage and drinking water. These will be replaced with approved materials, and a new separate network will be implemented. Secondly, the current pavement will be completely renewed with a more modern and functional design. Regarding lighting, new luminaires similar to those on Carrer Major will be installed to unify the aesthetic of the historic center, optimize maintenance, and enhance lighting efficiency.
The total investment for this project amounts to €117,703.60 (VAT included), with an estimated execution period of approximately four months. Given the street's location within the archaeological protection perimeter of La Seu d'Urgell's historic center, the project includes specific budget allocations for archaeological monitoring. Before earthworks begin, the contractor must submit an archaeological intervention plan led by professional personnel to ensure the preservation of heritage.
Through this intervention, the council reaffirms its commitment to improving the city's heart, bringing Carrer dels Estudis up to architectural and urban quality standards befitting its importance as an access route to the center.