Zagreb residents complain about unbearable stench from building's bio-waste bins

Residents of the Super Andrija building in Zagreb are voicing strong complaints about a persistent and overpowering odor emanating from open bio-waste bins. The smell is reportedly so intense that it is noticeable within a radius of several dozen meters, particularly affecting the area near the local post office.

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Do the residents of Super Andrija have to do this? It's unbearable.

The issue has sparked a heated discussion among residents, with many questioning the necessity of having open bio-waste containers. One resident lamented in a Facebook group for Siget residents, "Do the residents of Super Andrija have to do this? It's unbearable." Another commenter suggested that if the residents "had any brains, they would have installed semi-underground bins for bio-waste right away."

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If they had any brains, they would have installed semi-underground bins for bio-waste right away.

The comments section of the discussion is filled with similar sentiments, describing the smell as "like the plague" and "unbearably stinky." Some residents also noted that "people throw all sorts of things" into the bins, contributing to the problem. One comment pointed out that even the semi-underground bins elsewhere in the city are not without their issues, stating that "it's even worse there."

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They stink like the plague.

This situation echoes recent debates in Zagreb concerning the placement and aesthetics of underground waste containers, particularly near prominent locations like Ban Jelačić Square. While some residents argue these containers detract from the city's visual appeal, others emphasize the need for clean and convenient waste disposal solutions for city dwellers. The newly installed underground containers near the square have recently become operational, with initial access not requiring a code or card, allowing anyone to deposit waste.

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They stink unbearably.