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The first phase of the DeunerViertel development project in Hanover.
90 hectares of change. 
From industrial site to center of life? 
From industrial site to center of life? The DeunerViertel explores the potential of sustainable urban development on the former industrial site in Hanover-Misburg.
Our mission
Clarity for the
Around 90 hectares of land on the branch canal in Misburg: these are the former premises of the Deurag-Nerag oil refinery in Hanover, which at its peak processed well over two million tons of crude oil per year. The site has been largely unused since the plant was shut down in the 1980s. And now it is back in the spotlight: the state capital of Hanover and the Deurag-Nerag company – represented by ExxonMobil – want to work together to clarify whether the site can be redeveloped in order to exploit its potential for urban development and private and commercial construction.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
When will the refurbishment begin?
The development project will be carried out in two phases. In the first phase, the planning and implementation of the redevelopment work will be carried out as part of a redevelopment plan, and the site development will be prepared until the contracts are ready to be signed. The first phase will be completed once the contracts have been signed, followed by phase 2. The redevelopment and development work will take place in this phase. However, an exact start date cannot yet be specified.
How long will the project take?
A total of approximately 15 years in two phases are planned for the project. We will use the first phase to assess the feasibility of the project. Once an agreement has been reached, the second phase will involve implementation.
How big is the site and how much of it can be used?
The site covers approximately 90 hectares. The amount of space that can be used will be determined by the investigations and analyses carried out during the first phase of the project.
How much will it cost to clean up the contaminated sites?
The costs will be determined as part of the redevelopment planning (project phase 1). The inventory of existing munitions and contaminated sites will play a particularly important role in this. The costs are likely to run into hundreds of millions.
