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<h2 class="sectHeading">King David Mowbray Golf Course</h2></span>
<h4>King David Mowbray Golf Course and adjacent site mixed-use development</h4><p>On 2 November 2024, Council approved the initiation of a public participation process to explore the proposed release of portions of the King David Mowbray Golf Course (KDMGC) and the adjacent vacant land for transformative mixed-use development, including affordable housing. The public participation process will shape and confirm the future use of the site, ensuring alignment with community needs and strategic City objectives. This project is being undertaken in collaboration with the Human Settlements Directorate.</p><p>The total area under study spans a greater area of approximately 70 hectares, and includes the entire KDMGC site and the adjacent vacant council-owned sites. The initial phase of the proposed development focuses on 42,8 hectares, strategically located north of the N2 freeway, offering prime access to employment hubs and residential neighbourhoods. The development aims to integrate economic, social, and environmental priorities, fostering a vibrant and inclusive community. A multi-disciplinary team of professionals has been appointed to conduct specialist studies and applications necessary to secure a comprehensive basket of development rights.</p><p>The public participation process commenced on 13 November 2024.</p>
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<a href="https://www.capetown.gov.za/City-Connect/Have-your-say/Issues-open-for-public-comment/proposed-redevelopment-of-mowbray-golf-course">Register your interest to participate in the proposed redevelopment of Mowbray Golf Course</a></p></div></div></span>
<h4>Project overview</h4><p>The development site is bounded by:</p><ul><li>Settlers Way (N2) to the south </li><li>Links Drive to the north </li><li>Raapenberg Road to the west</li></ul><p>The initial phase focuses on 42,8 hectares, encompassing:</p><ul><li>Mowbray Golf Course </li><li>Clyde Pinelands Association Football Club (located east of the golf course across the Elsies River canal)</li></ul><h4>Project objectives</h4><p>This ambitious project seeks to:</p><ul><li>Drive economic growth and create jobs </li><li>Deliver affordable housing to address socio-economic needs </li><li>Establish high-quality public spaces to enhance community wellbeing </li><li>Generate revenue for reinvestment in services and infrastructure • Stimulate private sector-led growth and contribute to Cape Town’s GDP</li></ul><h4>Contact</h4><p>Development Manager: Shelton Nhiwatiwa<br><em>Email:</em><em><a href="mailto:Development.Mowbray@capetown.gov.za">Development.Mowbray@capetown.gov.za</a> </em></p>
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<h2 class="sectHeading">Good Hope Centre</h2></span>
<h4>Good Hope Centre redevelopment</h4><p>On 5 December 2024, Council approved the initiation of a public participation process to explore the redevelopment of the Good Hope Centre site.</p><p>The Good Hope Centre is poised for a transformative redevelopment that will preserve its historical and architectural significance while reimagining it as a vibrant, multifunctional space. Located in the heart of Cape Town, this iconic structure will become a hub for cultural, economic, and social activities, aligning with the City’s vision of sustainable urban growth.</p><p>The redevelopment supports Cape Town's strategic objectives of enhancing public spaces, fostering economic development, and preserving cultural heritage. The project aims to reimagine the Good Hope Centre as a state-of-the-art facility while retaining its historical significance. Through private sector investment, the project will include upgrading infrastructure, enhancing accessibility, and introducing spaces for diverse uses. This approach will preserve the centre’s legacy while ensuring its economic vitality, benefiting residents and visitors alike.</p><p>The public participation process commenced on 15 January 2025.</p>
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<a href="https://www.capetown.gov.za/City-Connect/Have-your-say/Issues-open-for-public-comment/register-your-interest-in-the-ghc-property-disposal-process">Register your interest to participate in the Good Hope Centre (GHC) property disposal process</a></p></div></div></span>
<h4>Property details</h4><ul><li>
<strong>Location:</strong> Erf 161669, 11 Sir Lowry Road, Cape Town </li><li>
<strong>Size: </strong>24,843 m² </li><li>
<strong>Established: </strong>Built in 1976 as an exhibition hall and conference centre </li><li>
<strong>Design: </strong>Designed by renowned Modernist Italian architect Pier Luigi Nervi </li><li>
<strong>Key Features:</strong> Iconic dome-shaped Main Hall, Drommedaris Hall, Reyger Hall, Goedehoop Hall, and parking facilities (surface level and basement) </li><li>
<strong>Zoning: </strong>Mixed-Use Subzone 2 (MU2)</li></ul><h4>Project overview</h4><p>As a heritage and architectural landmark, the Good Hope Centre will be revitalised to balance historical preservation with modern functionality. This redevelopment will ensure the centre thrives as a sustainable and economically active space, serving as a catalyst for urban regeneration in its precinct.</p><h4>Key features under consideration</h4><ul><li>Enhanced energy efficiency and sustainability practices </li><li>Adaptive reuse of interior spaces to support multiple functions </li><li>Improved public access and integration with transport networks </li><li>Advanced technologies for venue management and operations</li></ul><p>This project aligns with Cape Town’s Integrated Development Plan (IDP) by driving economic growth, creating jobs, and attracting investment. It will not only regenerate the precinct, but also provide vibrant community spaces and secure long-term revenue for the City to reinvest in services and infrastructure. The Good Hope Centre redevelopment promises to preserve Cape Town’s heritage while meeting the city’s contemporary needs. Stakeholders and residents are invited to shape the future of this iconic landmark through active participation.</p><h4>Project objectives</h4><p>The project seeks to:</p><ul><li>
<strong>Preserve heritage: </strong>Retain and honour the centre’s architectural and cultural legacy. </li><li>
<strong>Boost economic growth:</strong> Establish the centre as a premier venue for local and international events, driving tourism and investment. </li><li>
<strong>Foster inclusivity:</strong> Create a space for diverse cultural, social, and community activities. </li><li>
<strong>Enhance sustainability: </strong>Embed environmentally responsible practices throughout the project. </li><li>
<strong>Improve accessibility:</strong> Ensure the site is welcoming and accessible to all members of the public.</li></ul><div class="content-accordion"><div class="content-trigger contentTrigger"><h3>Project resources<i class="icon button-down-arrow"></i></h3><div class="content-toggle contentToggle" style="display:none;"><div class="mobile-scroll"><ul><li>
<a href="https://www.capetown.gov.za/Media-and-news#k=good%20hope%20centre">Media statements </a></li><li>
<a href="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/cityassets/Media%20Centre%20Assets/Good_Hope_Council_Resolutions.zip" target="_blank">Council decisions </a>(Zip file)</li><li>
<a href="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/cityassets/Media%20Centre%20Assets/GH_Council_Resolution.pdf" target="_blank">Council resolution</a></li><li>
<a href="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/cityassets/Media%20Centre%20Assets/Good_Hope_Centre_Investor_Information.zip" target="_blank">Investor information </a>(Zip file)</li><li>
<a href="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/cityassets/Media%20Centre%20Assets/Good_Hope_Centre_Reports.zip" target="_blank">Reports</a> (Zip file)</li><li>
<a href="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/documentcentre/Documents/Procedures%2c%20guidelines%20and%20regulations/Good_Hope_Centre_Redevelopment_FAQs.pdf" target="_blank">Frequently asked questions</a></li></ul></div></div></div></div><h4>Contact</h4><p>Development Manager: Shelton Nhiwatiwa<br><em>Email:</em><em><a href="mailto:Development.GoodHopeCentre@capetown.gov.za">Development.GoodHopeCentre@capetown.gov.za</a> </em></p><h2 class="sectHeading">Three Anchor Bay</h2><h4>Three Anchor Bay mixed-use development</h4><p>On 5 December 2024, Council approved the initiation of a public participation process to explore the development of Erf 2187, Green Point, for high-intensity mixed-use purposes.</p><p>The property, situated at 1 Three Anchor Bay Road, is remarkably well-connected to key destinations along the Atlantic Seaboard and Cape Town’s CBD. It is close to landmarks such as the Sea Point Promenade, Cape Town Stadium and Green Point Urban Park, as well as the V&A Waterfront.</p><p>The site is conveniently located near public transport routes serviced by MyCiTi buses, recreational amenities, popular business and entertainment hubs, and significant tourist attractions.</p><p>A private sector-led mixed-used development of the site is envisaged to help drive economic and socio-economic benefits while increasing affordable housing in the area. The existing library and civic hall service points will be retained on the site for future community use, but may exist in a different form. The land release process will also identify other parts of the site that may need to remain in public ownership or publicly accessible. </p><p>A multi-disciplinary team of professionals has been appointed to conduct specialist studies and applications necessary to secure a comprehensive basket of development rights for the site.</p><p>The public participation process commenced on 6 February 2025.</p>
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<a href="https://www.capetown.gov.za/City-Connect/Have-your-say/Issues-open-for-public-comment/pre-registration-three-anchor-bay">Register your interest to participate in the proposed mixed-use development of Three Anchor Bay, Green Point</a></p></div></div></span>
<h4>Property details</h4><ul><li>
<strong>Location:</strong> Erf 2187, 1 Three Anchor Bay Road, Green Point </li><li>
<strong>Size:</strong> 4,4944 m² </li><li>
<strong>Key Features:</strong> Sea Point Library and Civic Hall, sports grounds and clubhouses, public parking, an electrical substation, an early childhood development centre (ECD), and vacant undeveloped land (used periodically as an informal market). </li><li>
<strong>Zoning:</strong> Open Space 2</li></ul><h4>Project overview</h4><p>The development site is bounded by:</p><ul><li>Helen Suzman Drive to the north </li><li>Three Anchor Bay Road to the west </li><li>Main Road to the south</li></ul><h4>Project objectives</h4><p>This exciting project seeks to:</p><ul><li>Drive economic growth and create jobs by stimulating private sector-led investment in Cape Town’s GDP </li><li>Maximised revenue generation for reinvestment in services, infrastructure and public spaces </li><li>Make efficient use of land and available infrastructure: Intensification of a currently underutilised public land asset through the packaging of a high density mixed-use development opportunity </li><li>Make a contribution towards fostering inclusivity through increased affordable housing delivery</li></ul><div class="content-accordion"><div class="content-trigger contentTrigger"><h3>Project resources<i class="icon button-down-arrow"></i></h3><div class="content-toggle contentToggle" style="display:none;"><div class="mobile-scroll"><ul><li>
<a href="https://www.capetown.gov.za/Media-and-news#k=three%20anchor%20bay">Media statements </a></li><li>
<a href="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/cityassets/Media%20Centre%20Assets/Three_Anchor_Bay_Council_Resolutions.zip" target="_blank">Council decisions</a> (Zip file)</li><li>
<a href="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/cityassets/Media%20Centre%20Assets/Three_Anchor_Bay_Investor_Information.zip" target="_blank">Investor information</a> (Zip file)</li><li></li><li>
<a href="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/documentcentre/Documents/Procedures%2c%20guidelines%20and%20regulations/Three_Anchor_Bay_Development_FAQs.pdf" target="_blank">Frequently asked questions </a></li></ul></div></div></div></div><h4>Contact</h4><p>Development Manager: Lance Boyd<br><em>Email: </em>
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<a href="mailto:Development.ThreeAnchorBay@capetown.gov.za">Development.ThreeAnchorBay@capetown.gov.za</a> </em> </p><h2 class="sectHeading">Athlone Stadium</h2><h4>Portion of Remainder Erf 32604, Kewtown, Athlone mixed-use development</h4><p>A portion of the unregistered subdivided Portion 1 of Remainder Erf 32604, Cape Town, spans approximately 1,3 hectares and is part of the Athlone Stadium. The subject property is currently utilised as an overflow parking area located south of the stadium building and alongside Klipfontein Road.</p><p>It was subdivided and rezoned from Open Space 2 (OS2) to General Business 5 (GB5) in June 2023, contingent upon compliance with the conditions of the land use approval.</p><p>On 25 November 2024, the Authority to Advertise under the Municipal Asset Transfer Regulations, 2008 (MATR), was approved, initiating a public participation process to explore the redevelopment of this property.</p><h4>Property details</h4><ul><li>
<strong>Location:</strong> Erf 32604, Klipfontein Road, Kewtown, Athlone (Athlone Stadium) </li><li>
<strong>Size:</strong> 1,3 hectares </li><li>
<strong>Key features:</strong> Favourable development site located within retail and movement corridor. Access and proximity to Athlone Stadium. </li><li>
<strong>Zoning:</strong> General Business (GB5)* subject to conditions of approval. </li><li>
<strong>Development proposal:</strong> Mixed use</li></ul><h4>Project overview</h4><p>The property forms part of the Athlone Stadium precinct which is strategically located along Klipfontein Road, an established retail and movement corridor that serves as the main road of Athlone and provides a vital connection via Jan Smuts Drive to Gugulethu.</p><p>The property offers an ideal location for mixed-use development, incorporating retail, commercial, and business components. The proposed transaction is expected to stimulate economic activity, create employment opportunities, and enhance socio-economic development within the district.</p><p>Considering the current urban fabric and development potential, the envisaged development/transaction is deemed the highest and best use for the area. Its implementation promises to assist in enhancing the stadium’s long-term sustainability while contributing to the overall desirability and viability of the precinct. This approach underscores the project’s commitment to balanced economic growth and community benefit aligned with IDP Objective 1.</p><p>The development proposal is aligned with forward-planning policies and designated as a mixed-use intensification zone.</p><h4>Project objectives</h4><p>A multi-disciplinary team of professionals has been appointed to conduct specialist studies, ensure conditions of land use approvals are met and to vest the development rights.</p><p>The development opportunity is expected to be made available to the market through an open and competitive public bidding process.</p><p>The department intends to vest the development rights and to subdivide the subject property prior to initiating the competitive bidding process. This measure is aimed at providing potential bidders with a clear and comprehensive understanding of the project’s scope and potential, ensuring that all prospective bidders have a solid understanding for their proposals. By establishing these rights beforehand, we seek to mitigate risks and reduce uncertainties associated with the project, thereby creating a more attractive and predictable opportunity for investors.</p><div class="content-accordion"><div class="content-trigger contentTrigger"><h3>Project resources<i class="icon button-down-arrow"></i></h3><div class="content-toggle contentToggle" style="display:none;"><div class="mobile-scroll"><ul><li>
<a href="https://www.capetown.gov.za/Media-and-news#k=athlone%20stadium">Media statements</a> </li><li>
<a href="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/cityassets/Media%20Centre%20Assets/Athlone_Stadium_Investor_Information.zip" target="_blank">Investor information</a> (Zip file)</li><li>
<a href="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/documentcentre/Documents/Procedures%2c%20guidelines%20and%20regulations/Athlone_Development_FAQs.pdf" target="_blank">Frequently asked questions</a></li></ul></div></div></div></div><h4>Contact</h4><p>Development Manager: Grobler Basson<br><em>Email: </em>
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<em>Development.Athlone@capetown.gov.za</em></a></p><h2 class="sectHeading">Contact us</h2><h4>
<a href="https://www.capetown.gov.za/Departments/Property%20Development%20Department">Property Development Department</a></h4><p>
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