"It's official - Barcelona City Council has finally approved the first occupancy licence for the Spotify Camp Nou, allowing the stadium to reopen its doors to 27,000 fans. The decision, confirmed on Friday, October 17, and reported by Catalunya Ràdio, marks the first big step in the phase 1A of the stadium's huge renovation project. But while that may sound like good news for Barça supporters, there's a catch - only a limited part of the stadium will be open for now, specifically the South Goal and Tribuna (Main Stand) sections."
"Back in September, city inspectors pointed out several issues: handrails that were too low, unfinished staircases, and poorly marked emergency exits. These problems led the council to reject Barça's plan to reopen the partially renovated ground to the public. The club, for its part, denied any security concerns, insisting that 'safety is guaranteed' and that its facilities fully complied with regulations."
Barcelona City Council issued an occupancy licence allowing Spotify Camp Nou to reopen to 27,000 spectators in the South Goal and Tribuna (Main Stand) sections. The licence, confirmed on October 17, covers only part of the stadium as renovation work continues. City inspectors had previously rejected an earlier reopening request after identifying safety shortcomings including low handrails, unfinished staircases and poorly marked emergency exits. FC Barcelona maintained that safety was guaranteed and that facilities complied with regulations. The club has said it will not move back until approval for 45,000 spectators is granted, keeping most of the stadium closed.
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