The Municipality of Patmos has announced that Article 87, establishing special building conditions and planning exemptions for the island's new multipurpose centre and indoor sports hall, has officially been published in the Government Gazette.
In a press release, the municipality describes the development as a historic moment for Patmos and a major project long requested by the local community, young people, sports clubs and island residents.
The provision forms part of Chapter B on town-planning regulations, Articles 87–91. It opens the way for a modern, multifunctional cultural and sports complex on a 10,960.10-square-metre site at Chochlakas, Skala, Patmos.
The complex will include an indoor sports hall, spectator stands, changing rooms, ancillary facilities, a refreshment area, an open-air theatre and parking. The municipality says it will provide infrastructure reflecting the island's history, culture and needs.
Mayor Nikitas Tsampalakis said the development vindicated the municipal authority's sustained efforts. Through planning, cooperation and repeated interventions, it had overcome difficulties and bureaucratic obstacles to advance a project intended to transform the island's future.
“I would like to warmly thank everyone who contributed to this major effort, the responsible ministries, the South Aegean Region, public officials, our colleagues and all the citizens who believed in this vision,” he said.
“Patmos is moving forward. With unity, persistence and confidence in our island's potential, we continue to create meaningful projects for future generations.”
Nikitas Tsampalakis
Mayor of Patmos.
