Work Underway on Safer, Greener Public Lighting

The renovation of public lighting in the old town of Les Corts began on Monday 9th November 2026, with work starting in Plaça de Valdivia, Carrer de Can Segalar, and the gardens of Maria Dolors Bargalló i Serra. The project, funded through the city’s Participatory Budgets, will replace outdated luminaires with energy-efficient LED technology to enhance visibility and safety in these public spaces. This upgrade is part of a wider initiative titled 'A safer old town in Les Corts with better lighting', proposed by the local organisation La de Cal Deu and selected following community voting on decidim.barcelona. The intervention includes renewing electrical connections, control panels, and lampposts to create a more sustainable and reliable lighting system.

Minimal Disruption, Full Service During Works

Residents will continue to have access to full lighting services throughout the renovation. The existing system remains operational during construction to ensure uninterrupted public safety. Once installation is complete, the new LED lighting will be activated following legalisation and commissioning procedures. The project is expected to be completed by December 2026. It forms part of the municipal 'Pla endreça' improvement plan for the Les Corts neighbourhood, which was formally approved in a technical resolution published in the Butlletí Oficial de la Província de Barcelona on 19th March 2025.

This project reflects the power of community input in shaping safer, more sustainable neighbourhoods. Lighting upgrades like this make a tangible difference in daily life for residents.

Sources: Ajuntament de Barcelona, Diputació de Barcelona.