New mixed-use development concept in Green Point

Neighbours to a proposed high-intensity mixed-use development on a 4.5-hectare property, Erf 2187 at 1 Three Anchor Bay Road, in Green Point, are optimistic about seeing the dormant space used.

Residents from neighbouring suburbs attended an open day at the Biodiversity Showcase Garden Environmental Education (BSG EE) Centre, in Green Point on Wednesday, November 13. 

The public is invited to comment on the draft urban design concept plan for the prime location aimed to incorporate residential opportunities, including affordable housing, retail and office space, and public and community facilities.

The site is bounded by Seapoint Main Road, Helen Suzman Boulevard and Beach Road, and Three Anchor Bay Road.

It houses the Colin Eglin Sea Point public library, Sea Point civic centre and hall, Fives Football Green Point sports club, Glen Green Point sports centre (including the Atlantic Green Point Bowling Club), Pinocchio crèche, Beach Rugby South Africa, and the Western Province Bridge Centre for the Western Cape Bridge Union.

Surrounding amenities within a 1km radius of the site include the Seapoint Promenade, Greenpoint Urban Park, various sports clubs, Greenpoint Athletics Stadium, and the Cape Town Stadium.

This non-statutory public comment period is open until Monday, December 8, to help inform the statutory application processes.

Dawn Saxby from Sea Point shared with the Atlantic Sun that she has lived there most of her life.

She said that development was inevitable and that it would be good to see how the area would change again. 

Ms Saxby said she attended Ellerslie Girls' High School in Sea Point and has seen how the village has evolved.

Abraham Louw, from Mouille Point, said that they love the mixed-use urban working space and that they were thankful to the City of Cape Town for putting this land out to tender to use the dormant space.

Mayoral committee member for economic growth James Vos said making land packages available for development was key to unlocking higher growth potential for the city’s economy.

"By inviting business and residents to this prime location, Cape Town, as one of the most desirable places to live, becomes accessible to more people, boosting tourism and opportunities," he said.

"Unlocking this land for development is set to boost tourism and the economy, ultimately benefiting Cape Town and its residents," said Mr Vos.  

Tarryn Solomon, founding director of Infinity Environmental, said that they were in the draft concept phase and invited comments from the public. 

"We were encouraged by the high level of community involvement throughout the engagement period. 

"The subsequent phase will include detailed assessments, including traffic and civil impact assessments, which will inform the statutory process to follow," she said. 

They encourage all interested parties to make their voices heard and comment on the draft concept plan by Monday, December 8.

Comments can be submitted via the project website www.infinityenv.co.za/3anchorbay or email 3anchorbay@infinity.capetown