Phase I Urban Pilot Projects
LISBON, PORTUGAL

The Lisbon Urban Pilot Project aimed to stimulate the economic regeneration of two historic city areas. It comprised two main sub-projects: the regeneration of the Baluarte do Livramento area, and the restoration of the Palacio Pancas Palha.  
  
The Bulwark Livramento project included the creation of a belvedere (an observation point), a museum and workshops for artisans. The second initiative involved the renovation of the Pancas Palha palace, a dilapidated building . A new centre for scientific and 'non-profit making' organisations was located in the former palace. One of these institutions provides a permanent observatory for urban and regional studies. 
  
New construction techniques have been tested on these projects, including techniques to protect buildings from earthquake damage. 
  
The restoration of the Palacio Pancas Palha was completed without major difficulties. However, delays were experienced in relation to the Baluarte do Livramento sub-project. These were initially due to land acquisition complications and the re-housing of about 85 families who lived in the district. Subsequent delays were a result of the unearthing of archaeological remains in the area which significantly affected the timescale and the type of construction work required.  
  
The project has already demonstrated various aspects of good practice. These include: restoration work converting buildings to new uses; high quality refurbishment restoring historic buildings of cultural significance; and improved environmental standards increasing confidence in the locality. 

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