The City of Cape Town has approved the spatial development framework (LSDF) for Philippi, with plans to transform the area into a mixed-use transit hub.
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The Philippi Opportunity Area (POA) is located in the metro-south-east close to the Philippi Horticultural Area, the Cape Town International Airport, and the key access routes of the N2 and R300.
Alderman Eddie Andrews, the City of Cape Town’s Mayco member for spatial planning and environment, says the location of the site is crucial to becoming a sustainable and resilient area.
‘The LSDF for the POA states that this area which includes portions of Philippi East, the Philippi Industrial Area, Heinz Park, Nyanga, Crossroads and a small portion of Gugulethu, has the potential to become a catalyst for the development and transformation of the metro-south east.
‘The LSDF envisions for the POA to be transformed into a mixed-use and transit-oriented development (TOD) node, with green spaces and an industrial character.
‘It pursues urban spaces with a mix of higher density residential development, retail and recreational spaces, within walkable precincts supported by transport facilities and quality social amenities.’
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The LSDF aims to:
- Improve access by redesigning and upgrading major local roads, such as the road networks that link the POA with the airport, the PHA and industrial areas.
- Release vacant or underused state-owned land to serve local needs.
- To develop a range of mixed-use affordable housing typologies to serve different income groups and lifestyles.
- To support emerging economic activities, such as agri-processing and the expansion of the Fresh Produce Market, food production, waste recycling and processing.
- To support informal trading with well-located markets and trading spaces.
- To encourage the development of safe and pedestrian-friendly public spaces, and to celebrate the area’s unique character and heritage (including historic tree avenues).
- To create a green network with parks, multi-functional stormwater and sports facilities, and food garden spaces.
‘The LSDF for the POA proposes interventions; projects related to roads, infrastructure and placemaking; and investments to support the implementation of the spatial vision,’ says Andrews.
‘Going forward, the newly approved LSDF will guide land use, development and investment in the POA.’
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