Funding of the St. Stephen's Cathedral Construction Secretariat

The funding of the St. Stephen’s Cathedral Building Secretariat in Burgenland ensures the ongoing maintenance and long-term preservation of the historic St. Stephen’s Cathedral. As a church-religious institution, the Building Secretariat can apply for unlimited grants for construction measures aimed at securing the substance and covering investment costs. The financial support from the State of Burgenland underscores the commitment to monument protection, infrastructure, and urban development in the region and provides public institutions with planning security for necessary restorations and modernizations. With a focus on substance preservation, the measure not only contributes to the safeguarding of cultural heritage but also promotes the regional character and public interest in a well-maintained sacred building.

All expenses directly related to maintenance and preservation work are eligible for funding, including material and personnel investments. The prerequisite is the submission of detailed planning documents as well as invoice evidence of the investments made. An informal funding application from the St. Stephen’s Cathedral Building Secretariat is sufficient to initiate the review process. The unlimited application deadline allows for flexible project planning and cooperative collaboration with the state administration. The Burgenland State Government Office is responsible for approval and, as a central service provider, guarantees a swift and competent processing. Interested institutions will find here an uncomplicated opportunity to preserve the significant sacred building of St. Stephen’s Cathedral for future generations and to actively shape monument protection.