The Chania Municipality continues to push for the demolition of the old IKA building at the intersection of Tzanakaki, Nearchou, Solomou, and Sfa streets. The municipality has criticized the Service of Modern Monuments of Crete for proposing the structure be designated as a protected heritage site.
The conflict underscores a fundamental disagreement between urban development priorities and cultural preservation efforts. While municipal officials view demolition as necessary for area development, heritage authorities believe the building merits protection for its cultural and architectural significance.