Cape Town is inviting residents to provide feedback on its draft 2040 Local Spatial Development Framework (LSDF) for the Central Business District (CBD), Cape {town} Etc reports.
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This framework aims to reshape the CBD into a more sustainable, accessible, and vibrant area.
The LSDF outlines plans for land use, urban design, and transportation to improve the CBD’s functionality and livability. According to Deputy Mayor Eddie Andrews, the goal is to transform the area into a more people-focused environment. This includes enhancing pedestrian mobility, optimising heritage sites, and creating affordable housing opportunities.
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‘The LSDF intends to create a people-centred environment with urban design improvements to better access and mobility,’ Andrews stated.
The LSDF covers the core economic zone of the CBD, which includes areas such as De Waterkant, Convention District, and East Foreshore. It provides development guidelines for each precinct, focusing on building heights and urban character. The document also includes an implementation framework with priority areas for public investment, such as transport infrastructure and public spaces.
The City of Cape Town anticipates accommodating an additional 40 000 to 50 000 residents in the CBD by 2040. Addressing this will involve enhancing public transport options and reducing vehicle dependency. The draft LSDF suggests reintroducing alternative transport modes, including trams and ferries, and improving pedestrian and cycling infrastructure.
Current data shows that daily travel to the CBD includes over 500 000 commuters, with a majority using private vehicles. The LSDF proposes park-and-ride facilities and other strategies to support a shift towards a potentially car-free CBD. This may involve restructuring parking and road usage, including a possible night-time closure of Long Street to boost nightlife.
According to Engineering News, the public has until 31 October to submit comments on the LSDF. This feedback will help shape the final plan to ensure that the CBD evolves into a more inclusive and dynamic space for residents and visitors alike.
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