A town council meeting has been called for Wednesday, 29th May. The formal meeting will begin at 14:00 in the town council chamber at Hafnarborg, Strandgata 34. The agenda for the meeting can be accessed here. The meeting can be watched live here.
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Part of Hjallabraut and Víðistaðatún
In accordance with section 2 of Article 36 of the Planning Act No. 123/2010, a description of the proposed amendments to the General Plan, which concern part of Hjallabraut and the edge of Víðistaðatún, is being published for consultation. The amendment proposal includes: The area bordering Víðistaðatún, which falls under the HVc1 and HVc5 local conservation areas, will be designated for residential development. The description can be viewed here on the Hafnarfjörður municipality website www.hafnarfjordur.is from 17 to 31 May 2019. A public information meeting will also be held […]
Urbanisation area within Hafnarfjörður
A description of the amendments to the General Plan for densification areas within Hafnarfjörður, approved by the Town Council at its meeting on 6 February 2019, is being published for information. The description can be viewed here on the City of Hafnarfjörður website www.hafnarfjordur.is from 17 - 31 May 2019. A public consultation meeting will also be held at Hafnarborg on 23 May 2019 from 17:00 to 19:00, where the description will be reviewed. Amendments to the Hafnarfjörður 2013-2025 Master Plan – densification […]
The first plots allocated in Phase 3 of the Skarðshlíðar neighbourhood
Applications for the first allocation of residential plots in Phase 3 of the Skarðshlíðarhverfi opened in mid-March. The application deadline was 22 April 2019, and the first plots were allocated at a town council meeting yesterday. Development in the neighbourhood is already underway. All plots in Phase 1 have been allocated, several in Phase 2, and a large number […]
Nine awards for 225 years of service
Long service awards for staff of the City of Hafnarfjörður were presented at a ceremony in Hafnarborg on 16 May. Nine individuals who have worked for the city for 25 years received recognition for their professional contribution and service to the city. Once a year, the mayor organises a coffee reception for those employees who have reached 25 years of continuous service. At the ceremony, […]
Family Parks of Hafnarfjörður
A great opportunity for families and all interested parties. The family gardens are open to all residents, regardless of age, and this is a great opportunity for families and others to grow their own vegetables and spend time on this summer. The family gardens will be open at Víðistaðir and if demand is high, there is a possibility of opening one at the top of Öldugata. Cost for a garden […]
Cleaning of the Sewerage Pumping Stations
Notice regarding the cleaning of the Hafnarfjörður Sewerage pumping stations. The annual cleaning of the Sewerage pumping stations is now due. The work is scheduled to take place from 20th to 24th May. During the cleaning, some sewage will flow through overflow channels into the sea, but every effort will be made to minimise this.
Sales tents/houses on 17th June
Those interested in hiring a marquee for the 17th of June can apply for a trading licence from the City of Hafnarfjörður at ith@hafnarfjordur.is. Trading licences are not allocated to individuals. The permit is valid for trading in the centre of Hafnarfjörður, where the celebrations take place. A sales kiosk is included with the permit. Applications, marked '17th of June', must be submitted no later than Tuesday, 25th May at […]
Town Council Meeting, 15th May
A town council meeting has been called for Wednesday, 15th May. The formal meeting will begin at 3 p.m. in the town council chamber at Hafnarborg, Strandgata 34. The agenda for the meeting can be accessed here. The meeting can be watched live here.
Is your company doing exciting things in environmental matters?
Want to take part in an environmental initiative? Gunnella Hólmarsdóttir runs the 'Clean up Hafnarfjörður' accounts on Instagram and Snapchat, where she shares practical tips and methods, including on sorting and litter picking, as well as discussing other advice with her followers. She has visited businesses and individuals and wants to do more of that and connect better with the people of Hafnarfjörður […]