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THE ENVIRONMENT
Bridge City is designed as a high density, mixed use development of the highest aesthetic standard. Buildings will be 6 to 11 floors high (maximum) and parking will be provided either underground, or incorporated into the building.
This vibrant, dynamic and balanced new town centre will focus on quality and service delivery, with a management association ensuring excellent security and well-maintained urban spaces.
| A typical town block consists of |
| Ground Floor |
Retail |
| First Floor |
Commercial / Office Space |
| Second / Third Floor & Above |
Residential Units |
The Bridge City Urban Environment
- “Pedestrian-Friendly” Surroundings
- “Walking Distance” Planning to minimise vehicle usage
- Well-developed, carefully crafted public spaces
- Tree-lined boulevards to ensure free flow of traffic
- Wide pavements
- Paved pedestrian areas with street furniture and good lighting
- Traffic calming system to enhance pedestrian safety
- Entertainment sites including restaurants, hotels & entertainment venues, providing an additional economic catalyst and supplementary tourism income sources
- Potential for “Urban” schools and tertiary education
Streets & Public Spaces
Well-maintained, attractive streets and public spaces create pride and a sense of ownership – ensuring the success of this vibrant development.
- Parks, open squares and urban spaces are essential to urban planning
- Vibrant, secure, well-maintained public spaces attract residents and visitors alike
- Streets and public spaces enhance the Bridge City experience
- An added security factor is included - CCTV cameras, foot patrols, response vehicles
Precincts
| TOWN CENTRE |
MAXIMUM PERMITTED BULK |
| Precinct 1 (Civic Precinct) |
Size |
| Mixed-Use Bulk |
17 718 m² |
| Regional Hospital |
38 957 m² |
| Magistrates’ Court |
22 333 m² |
| Precinct 2 (Town Centre Precinct) |
Size |
| Mixed-Use Bulk |
333 000 m² |
| Precinct 3 (SMME Precinct) |
Size |
| Mixed-Use Bulk |
58 200 m² (Maximum of three storeys) |
| Precinct 4 (Transport / Shopping Centre Precinct) |
Size |
| Mixed-Use Bulk |
136 800 m² |
| Total |
607 008 m² |
| LOWER PLATFORM |
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| Currently in the final framework / concept layout & design phase, with delivery to the market scheduled for late 2009 |
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Size |
| Light Industry |
62 184 m² |
| Mixed Use / Service Industry |
74 313 m² |
| High Density Residential |
36 901 m² |
| Total |
173 398 m² |
Please Note: A design review panel will ensure that all developments are in line with the Bridge City vision, including adherence to empowerment plans, environmental management plans and BBBEE requirements.
