sentences:  By this time the decay of the castle had progressed to such a degree that its demolition was acutely considered.However, a strong grass-roots initiative that pushed for preservation was ultimately successful politically as well as in securing financing.Refurbishment commenced in 1976, and in 1978 the carefully restored castle (with its arcaded inner courtyard now covered by a transparent roof) was reopened as a communal building accommodating the local administrative offices and the elementary school.