Istanbul, January 12 – Demolition work has begun on sections of the Bebek Hotel in Istanbul, located within the Bosphorus front view area, which have been deemed illegal. Municipal teams arrived at the hotel in the morning to initiate the process.
Demolition Underway at Bebek Hotel
The operations are currently focused on the roof area of the hotel’s seaside section. Teams are actively working on the site, addressing the structures that have been identified as unauthorized.
Background of the Demolition
The decision to demolish these sections was made due to their classification as illegal constructions within the critical Bosphorus front view zone. This area is subject to strict regulations to preserve the natural and historical landscape of the strait.
Further details regarding the scope and timeline of the demolition are expected to be released as the operations proceed.
This action underscores the municipality’s commitment to enforcing building codes and protecting designated historical and natural areas within Istanbul.