Applications are now open for the first allocation of residential plots in Skarðshlíð, Phase 3. The deadline for applications for this first allocation is 22 April 2019. We are also introducing a new information website for Skarðshlíð – a new, family-friendly residential neighbourhood in Hafnarfjörður. A true natural gem in a superb location! A new information page about SKARÐSHLÍÐ is now live – skardshlidin.is A true natural gem in a […]
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Driving and shooting training area in Kapelluhraun
Hafnarfjörður Town Council hereby announces a proposal for an amendment to the detailed plan for the driving and shooting range in Kapelluhraun, Hafnarfjörður, in accordance with the 1st paragraph of Article 43 of the Planning Act No. 123/2010. The proposal adds to and amends the existing building plots, as well as creating a new plot, as shown on the plan dated 03.10.2018. The planning application will be on public display […]
Power cut in Hafnarfjörður
There is currently a power cut in Völlunum, Hafnarfjörður, and partially in Holt and Ásland. According to information from Landsnet, a trip occurred on the 11 kV SP2 outlet in Hamranes, which caused the power cut in these areas. The likely cause of the trip is that a cable trench was dug into. Repairs are underway.
The new youth centre is called Hamarinn.
A youth centre, which recently opened in the old Tax Office, has been named The Hammer. The new name for the youth centre was voted on last night at the founding meeting of the house association at 14 Sudurgata. The name Hamarinn was chosen from the 18 suggestions that were put forward, but the name is taken from the beautiful outdoor recreational area located a short distance from the youth centre itself. […]
Cold water supply off at Skúlaskeiði
The cold water supply to Skúlaskeið will be cut off from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Wednesday, 20th March. We thank you for your understanding.
Two musical acts to continue in Nótuna
Nótan (the music school's harvest festival) is just around the corner, but regional concerts are taking place across the country at the moment, where 7 acts from each region are selected for the final festival of Nótan, which will be held at the cultural centre Hof in Akureyri on 6th April. Two acts from the Hafnarfjörður Music School were selected at the weekend to take part in […]
Town Council Meeting, 20th March
A town council meeting has been called for Wednesday, 20th March. 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.
Customer service opens at 9:30 on Monday.
On Monday, 18th March, the Hafnarfjörður Customer Service will open at 9:30 a.m. instead of 8:00 a.m. due to a staff meeting. Thank you in advance for your understanding!
Nutritional Agreement and Standardised Menus
Kindergartens in Hafnarfjörður operate under a new nutrition charter and cook according to standardised menus. Work on the project has been underway for some time, and its targeted implementation began just over a year ago. The outcome is based on extensive analytical work, nutritional calculations, collaboration and dialogue with the relevant parties, as well as feedback from pupils and staff. The nutrition charter has now been formally issued. Standardised menus […]
New pilot project by the police and the local council
The Capital Region Police and the City of Hafnarfjörður have joined forces to establish a collaborative and development project, which aims to strengthen cooperation between the two parties in matters concerning children and young people. This is a one-year pilot project which is launching in mid-March and has received a grant from the Public Health Fund. Sigríður Björk Guðjónsdóttir, the police commissioner in […]