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DRAFT MASTER PLAN - 2015
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What does the Draft Master Plan comprise of?
The Draft Master Plan contains sets of maps and documents in five
volumes.
Volume 1 Master Plan Vision Document
Volume 2 Existing Land Use Maps (for each Planning District)
Volume 3 Proposed Land Use Maps (for each Planning District)
Volume 4 Land Use Zonal Regulations
Volume 5 Planning Districts Report
As one of the world's
fastest growing
cities, Bangalore is
experiencing a steady
increase in population
(3.25% current annual
g r o w t h r a t e ) . I t s
population is likely to be
10 million by 2021. The
growth is spurred by the
advantages conferred on
t h e C i t y b y
entrepreneurial and
intellectual capacity incubated through a series of private and
government actions. Besides, Bangalore enjoys a favourable
climate, a high quality of life, a cosmopolitan ambience and social
diversity. The City has earned the titles of “IT Hub of Asia” and “Silicon
Valley of India.” However, while the IT based formal sector accounts
for 15% of its economy, the informal sector contributes 60-70%.
Bangalore's advantages places it on the threshold of the status of an
International City. A concerted effort towards developing new
functions, especially high value service sectors, upgrading the City's
infrastructure including transport, public amenities and logistics, and
provision of housing options within the larger natural environment will
contribute to the City's economic dynamism.
Issues and concerns facing Bangalore today
Like any growing city, Bangalore
has its share of concerns that
need immediate attention.
Provision of housing, civic
amenities and alternate modes of
transportation, protection of
natural areas and supply of
adequate infrastructure facilities
are some of the concerns.
Strategic planning with a focus on
urban management, and a clear
definition and coordination of
institutional roles is essential.
Bangalore - An Emerging International City About the Draft Master Plan - 2015
Administrative
areas map
Traffic and transport
Natural areas preservation
Main Factors
The plan considers the present situation, the various growth trends at
work and future issues. It integrates key influencing factors including
the City's natural environment, its heritage, and issues of economic
efficiency and social equity.
The Structure Plan - A conceptual diagram serving as a
framework for future development in the City
The Structure Plan is based on the governing principle of “Structured
Continuity.” This principle directs that development in existing
urbanized areas and new extensions must be “structured” spatially
and functionally to avoid unmanaged urban sprawl. Existing urban
patterns must be strengthened through urban renewal and proposed
development must be “continued” by selective extension of already
developed areas. This will avoid new developments in distant
outskirts that are not serviced by infrastructure and transportation.
This plan envisions that development will be spatially organized in:
Ø Five concentric belts:
· 1st Belt - The core area consisting of the historic Petta, the
Administrative Centre and the Central Business District;
· 2nd Belt - Peri-central area with older planned residential
areas surrounding the core area;
· 3rd Belt - Recent extensions (2003) of the City flanking
both sides of the Outer Ring Road, a portion of which lacks
services and infrastructure facilities and is termed as a
shadow area;
· 4th Belt - New layouts with some vacant lots and
agricultural lands; and
· 5th Belt - Green belt and agricultural area in the City's
outskirts including small villages.
Ø Linearly along major radial roads (national/state
highways) where there is a concentration of industrial,
services and logistic activities.
Ø Centres within the City which have high density compact urban
development with a concentration of mixed uses that will serve
the surrounding residential areas.
The transportation strategy includes specific strategies for public
and private transport infrastructure that will serve as an important
tool to structure development.
Vision 2015
The Vision 2015 map defines a framework and general directions to
spatially delineate the areas where development is to be focused and
promoted. It provides a strategic vision for the city and forms the
basis for the Draft Master Plan.
Principles
1. Respect the natural environment
2. Promote economic efficiency
3. Ensure social equity
4. Preserve historical heritage
5. Ensure efficient and affordable transport systems
6. Structure development in relation to a strategic transport
network.
Ø Redevelop dilapidated industrial lands and large-scale vacant
properties through public-private partnerships.
Ø Recognize mixed land uses while maintaining existing housing
stock to create more livable communities with reduced reliance
on the automobile, and to minimize urban sprawl while optimizing
available infrastructure.
Ø Promote logistic activities in areas with good accessibility by
various modes of transportation such as rail, road and air to
facilitate a synergy between the production functions, the
services and transport sectors.
Ø Promote Hi-tech development by earmarking land for 375,000
new jobs related to IT, software, electronics, telecommunications
and other emerging knowledge-based industries by the year
2015.
Ø Allocate land to encourage new small and medium scale
industries that will diversify and strengthen the industrial
base and enhance the state economy.
Ø Develop city scale Sub-Centers that serve as activity nodes.
Ø Develop transport interchange hubs with mixed-use activities at
the junctions of main corridors, ring roads and railway lines to
decentralize bus and railway stations by moving them out of
the City centre.
Ø Facilitate an integrated system of transport that serves as a
framework for new development as well as offers affordable
choices for transport by:
· Developing a Mass Public Transport System (MPTS);
· Promoting a Commuting Railway System (CRS); and
· Promoting multi-articulated dedicated bus lanes along the
main axes.
Ø Set up a road network to ensure proper connectivity of the
underdeveloped areas in the outskirts of the City.
Ø Implement a new Core Ring Road along with the Intermediate
Ring Road, Outer Ring Road and proposed Peripheral Road, to
reduce traffic congestion.
Salient Features of the Draft Master Plan
Ø Local Planning Area (LPA) or Bangalore Metropolitan
Area (BMA) - 1306 sq. kms
Ø Area for development (conurbation area) - 786 sq. kms
Ø Green belt and agricultural areas - 455 sq. kms
Ø Projected population (for 2015 within BMA) - 8.84 million
Main Recommendations
Ø Maintain and strengthen the green belt to preserve the City's
natural assets and biodiversity. This includes the:
· Catchment area of the Tippagondanahalli Reservoir;
· Ground water table; and
· State forests.
Ø Protect tanks and valley beds to:
· Preserve natural drainage and ecological balance;
· Prevent floods in low lying areas;
· Refill the ground water table; and
· Reduce dependence on Cauvery water.
Ø Accommodate around 8.8 million people (3.25% current annual
growth rate) by allowing urban development to the extent of the
proposed Peripheral Road.
Ø Promote a distinct Central Business District to enhance the
image of Bangalore as an International City and make it the
preferred destination for activities such as high-end offices and
retail, and leading financial services.
Ø Promote and upgrade the historic core area, Petta, to strengthen
its position as a centre for formal and informal economy.
Ø Promote urban renewal in the areas around the core area to
provide good housing stock and to reduce the need to travel.
Ø Structure and focus development along the major radiating
corridors to promote them as privileged destinations for office
buildings, service activities, commercial complexes and highend