Rotach Resilience - From asphalt to habitat

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What should be created?
Rotachstrasse 1–8 will become a pilot section for climate-adapted, lively and communal city life. A new habitat is being created in just a few metres: less asphalt, more greenery, more water, more encounters and better accessibility for all. In the apartment building at Rotachstrasse 8, the courtyard has already been partially unsealed. In 2026, it will be further developed – with biodiversity shrubs, climbing plants, a pizza oven, a pergola, a fountain and flexible furniture. This farm serves as a small resilience laboratory, whose experience is directly transferred to Rotachstrasse 1-8. The project deliberately starts small in order to test, learn and then grow gradually. Objectives: Reduce heat, improve microclimate Storing rainwater on site (sponge city) Strengthening habitats for birds, insects and bats More encounters, less traffic pressure Promoting sharing instead of owning (Shircle) Saving Food (Madame Frigo) Breaking down barriers Measures (pilot section Rotachstrasse 1–8) 3–6 climate-resilient trees 80–150 m² unsealing 2–3 sponge city/retention elements Nature-friendly lighting (1–2 lamps) Wildflower and biodiversity areas Meeting islands instead of parking spaces Lateral, safe cycle path Mini-shared space for traffic calming 1 shircle sharing point 1 Madame Frigo fridge 2–4 barrier-free pavements Results Cooler road and better rainwater management higher biodiversity more quality of stay and neighbourhood life Resource-saving everyday life transferable model for Rotachstrasse 9 - 27...
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Are you an individual or part of a group?
We are an informal group (e.g. neighborhood group)
Name
Martin Rohr
Are you implementing the idea alone or are you still looking for comrades-in-arms?
I/we are still looking for comrades-in-arms
Describe the place(s)
Rotachstrasse 1-8
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Rotach Resilience - From asphalt to habitat

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