Renewal of the indoor pool at Sundhöll
Description of the action and objectives
Green Deal action
Plans are underway to renovate the indoor pool's banks and basin of Sundhöll Reykjavík Pool, which are getting old. Construction is expected to begin next fall and work is expected to continue throughout 2025 and part of 2026. Plans include improving the steam bath facilities and adding hot pots on the balconies. The building permit application has been approved.
Implementation period
Planned completion in the first half of 2026
Status: In progress
Status report on July 1, 2025
Construction postponed until 2031
Older status reports
| Timeline | Progress description |
|---|---|
| January 2024 | Construction should start next fall and will continue throughout 2025 and into part of 2026. Plans include improving the steam bath facilities and adding hot pots on the balconies. The building permit application has been approved. |
| July 2023 |
Construction was supposed to start this year, but it was postponed due to the City's financial situation. Efforts will begin in spring 2024 to renovate the pool deck and the pool basin in the indoor pool of Sundhöll Pool. The construction is expected to take about one and a half to two years. |
| January 2023 | Alterations have been designed for the Sundhöll indoor pool, but construction has been postponed until fall 2023. |
| July 2022 | Alterations have been designed for the Sundhöll indoor pool, and construction is projected to commence in spring 2023. |
Connection of action to Reykjavík City's policies:
Related actions
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- 1. For All of Us | The Green Deal Residents' well-being and the feeling of belonging in Reykjavík.
- 2. Let Dreams Come True | The Green Deal Children and adolescents let their dreams come true.
- 3. Culture and arts will be integrated into city life | Green Deal Everyone has equal opportunities to participate in and enjoy culture and arts.
- 4. Sports for all | Green Deal Most people regularly engage in sports or other physical activities.
- 5. Improved public health | Green Deal A health-promoting, sustainable, and diverse community.
- 6. Human rights, increased participation, and improved conversations with residents | Green Deal Residents have the opportunity to work with the City to improve their quality of life.