The City of Cape Town has launched a pre-registration process ahead of the public participation to kick off the journey to revitalise the iconic Good Hope Centre property.
The pre-registration process will be open until Friday March 7 for interested parties to be updated on the process to revitalise the future of the Good Hope Centre.
The Good Hope Centre was designed by architect Pier Luigi Nervi, and was built in 1976. The centre opened in 1977 and was used for a variety of events, conferences and music concerts since its opening.
According to the City’s mayoral committee member for economic growth, James Vos, the centre has not been used as an event space since 2015 and has been tenanted by a film studio for filming, set building and film production work.
He said the property will be used by the current film studio tenant until the lease expires in June/July, after which a further decision will have to be made on the usage.
The pre-registration starts the stakeholder engagement process, and the Municipal Asset Transfer Regulations public participation process is planned for Saturday March 15.
The public can register their interest to be notified when the public participation process commences; get updates on the project; comment on the proposal as an organisation or an individual; or indicate interest as an investor.
“We encourage the public to register so they can be updated on opportunities to comment on the proposed release of this iconic site for redevelopment.
“Hearing from the public on this proposal will be absolutely vital as we all work together to shape the future of this property to benefit Cape Town,” said Mr Vos.
He said redevelopment of the Good Hope Centre property is essential for various reasons, including enhancing infrastructure and introducing mixed-use spaces with residential, commercial, and retail components, along with pedestrian-friendly zones and underground parking; driving economic growth; creating jobs; stimulating local businesses; and attracting private investment.
It is also important to preserve the heritage – the plan is to retain the iconic dome as a centrepiece while integrating it into a modern, vibrant precinct, as well as enabling the development of a well-maintained and active precinct that meets the needs of the community.
“It’s more than just a facelift; it’s a catalyst for regeneration in the precinct, with vibrant community spaces and long-term revenue generation that will support critical services and infrastructure delivery across the city.”
For more information and to register your interest, visit the City’s website; then the Property Development web page, Have Your Say and Collaboration Platform.
Alternatively, you can send an email to: development.GoodHopeCentre@Capetown.gov.za or call 021 444 1397.
