Monaco’s local council gathered on Tuesday 25th March for a wide-ranging meeting led by Mayor Georges Marsan, where a series of pivotal decisions were laid out that touch nearly every corner of civic life in the Principality. From bold updates to the new Princess Grace Hospital to urban renovation projects and increased oversight of public funding, the agenda revealed a clear push toward modernisation while preserving the cultural and community fabric that defines Monaco.
A key element of the meeting, attended by Monaco Life, was the proposed modification to the new Princess Grace Hospital Center (CHPG) project, the expansion of which is set for completion by 2032. The most significant enhancement includes a fourth wing dedicated to psychiatry, expanding from the fifth to the ninth level, with administrative offices positioned on level 10.
The hospital expansion also introduces a new firefighter access bridge on the mountain-facing north side, providing a second emergency entry point that will allow the hospital to be reclassified as a first-category public establishment.
Beyond healthcare infrastructure, the meeting addressed multiple critical urban development initiatives. The Condamine Market renovation, set to begin in January 2026, represents another key project aimed at reimagining community spaces.
Internal organisational modifications were also discussed, including the transfer and transformation of administrative positions. These changes will be set in place in order to achieve alignment with legal frameworks.
Financial support for local associations
The Mairie de Monaco agreed to allocate financial support to various local associations such as the Bonsai Club and the Friends of the Monaco Exotic Garden, but underlined strict accountability, requiring associations to submit financial documentation and provide justifications for extraordinary subsidies.
Additional urban planning matters that were addressed included the approval of a storage room creation under Saint-Martin Avenue for the Villa Charlotte building and discussion of advertising and posting services, including new tariff structures, for the Exotic Garden Botanical Center.
The Exotic Garden Botanical Center, which has existed since 1950 and is currently undergoing significant developments, represents the Mairie’s an ongoing commitment to preserving and enhancing Monaco’s natural heritage.
Wrapping up the council meeting, a solution was proposed for the Saint-Martin space, which has been impacted by extensive renovation work. The plan for the moment involves temporary relocation of activities across various municipal sites and its building completion is set for September 2025.
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La Condamine Market renovation plans revealed: What to expect and when
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Photo of Mayor Georges Marsan by Kyriaki Topalidou for Monaco Life