The area comprises two distinct areas, the sea-side compartment ('A') and the upstream compartment ('B'). The former Arenella chemical plant, now disused and almost totally abandoned, represents a unique and significant example in Palermo of historical industrial architecture in need of regeneration. The area boasts an exclusive vista overlooking one of the clearest stretches of the Sicilian sea, direct access to the sandy beach, and close proximity to the Arenella district marina. It extends alongside ancient aristocratic villas and is embedded in the cultural corridor of the historic seaside villages of the Palermo coastline. Additionally, it offers a scenic connection to Monte Pellegrino, whose slopes host the adjacent mountain-side area. The site inherently presents itself as a captivating setting with vast potential, serving as a nexus for visual and physical connections between the sea, the city, and the mountain, through reconfiguration.

Expected Land Use:

The aim of the redevelopment should entail an urban regeneration process with a low environmental impact, while also fostering social and cultural value. This objective can be achieved through partial restoration and partial replacement of the existing urban building fabric. Due to its characteristics, context, and potential connections, the site lends itself to hosting various functions, such as tourist accommodation facilities, sports and leisure facilities, cultural activities, craft activities and any other function compatible with the value of the area, and in line with the design principles and sustainability criteria outlined in the proposal.

Type of Property transfer intended:

Sale/concession of surface right/concession of development or ordinary/other.

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