Brussels North Police HQ Delay.. New Headquarters Unlikely Open Before 2030

The future headquarters of the Brussels North police zone has been a topic of interest since plans emerged in 2020. The new police building aims to replace the current base in Evere and the commissariat on Roodebeeklaan in Schaerbeek. As of 2025-08-18 08:38:00, the project remains in development, with the site and timeline still evolving.

The former Be TV headquarters on Leuvensesteenweg was selected as the new location. This building previously served as an emergency shelter managed by Belrefugees but suffered a fire in March 2023. The damage caused by the fire has reportedly delayed progress, and traces of the incident are still visible today. What challenges lie ahead for this ambitious project?

With the police zone confirming the purchase of the building in 2023, the next steps involve complex legal and architectural hurdles. How will these factors affect the timeline and the eventual completion of the new police headquarters?

Several key issues complicate the project, raising important questions about its future. Can the project overcome these obstacles efficiently? The main points to consider include:

• Strict legal requirements for weapon storage and security at the site
• The need for specialized architects familiar with sensitive, strategic government buildings
• Financial constraints and existing lease agreements on current police buildings lasting until 2030
• Potential impacts from the planned merger of police zones, which might alter project priorities

Looking ahead, close monitoring of the project’s progress is essential. Will the planned police zone merger accelerate or stall the new headquarters’ completion? Stakeholders and local communities alike should stay informed as this pivotal project unfolds toward its 2030 target.