Illegal Floors on Historical Buildings on Halaskargazi Street Draw Attention
In Halaskargazi Street, one of the areas of Şişli with heavy vehicle and pedestrian traffic, floors and structures placed on historical buildings and claimed to be illegal are drawing attention. The structures, which have been complained about since the 2000s and some of which have been subject to demolition orders, continue to spoil the silhouette of the street.
Archaeologist Ömer Faruk Yavaşçay draws attention to the historical structures and the situation of illegal structures in the region, stating that there are more than 10 similar structures on Halaskargazi Street. Yavaşçay demands that these illegal structures be examined, demolition decisions be implemented, and the street be restored to its original state.
Şişli Municipality: Demolition of Illegal Buildings Continues
In a statement made in response to the complaints, Şişli Municipality stated that the demolition of illegal constructions was included in the tender and that the process was ongoing. However, detailed information has not yet been provided on how many buildings are in similar conditions, the demolition schedule and possible administrative sanctions.
Call for Restoration in Accordance with Historical and Aesthetic Texture on the Street
Archaeologist Yavaşçay, while explaining the history and texture of Halaskargazi Street, states that the illegal floors built here spoil the original image. He emphasizes that these structures added on top of historical buildings should be restored in an aesthetic and historical manner.
Yavaşçay also states that such structures should be transformed into social and cultural areas and turned into museums or exhibition areas that the public can visit.
Citizens and Experts Concerned
Citizens walking on the street say that such illegal structures spoil the appearance of the street and that the main structure may be damaged. They say that demolition and restoration work should be started quickly.
Archaeologist Yavaşçay and citizens say that authorities must take urgent measures to protect the historical texture of Halaskargazi Street and restore it to its original state.
