Kallang URA Master Plan 2019

The Urban Redevelopment Authority (URA) has outlined a comprehensive plan aimed at transforming the Kallang area into a more connected, vibrant, and livable community. This plan focuses on improving infrastructure, enhancing recreational spaces, and providing new residential and commercial opportunities, all while fostering a sense of community and promoting sustainable living.

Key Highlights of the Kallang Area Plan:

 1. Community Clubs
– Upgraded Facilities: The local community will benefit from upgraded facilities at existing community clubs, such as Jalan Besar Community Club (CC) and Kolam Ayer CC. These enhancements are designed to provide residents with improved spaces for social interaction, recreational activities, and community events. The upgraded clubs will play a crucial role in strengthening community ties and promoting active lifestyles.

2. Boon Keng Area
– New Housing Developments: The Boon Keng area is set to welcome new residential developments, which will be complemented by essential amenities such as a new park and a polyclinic. These developments aim to create a more balanced and self-sustaining neighborhood, offering residents access to green spaces and healthcare services within close proximity to their homes. This holistic approach ensures that the area remains a desirable place to live, work, and play.

3. Kallang River Connectivity
– Improved Walking and Cycling Connections: The plan includes the creation of more seamless walking and cycling connections along the Kallang River waterfront. These enhancements will encourage active mobility and healthier living by providing residents and visitors with safe and scenic routes for walking, jogging, and cycling. The improved connectivity will also make it easier for people to access various parts of the Kallang area and beyond, fostering a more integrated and accessible urban environment.

4. Kallang Alive!
– Vibrant Sports Hub: The Sports Hub area is set to become an even more vibrant destination with the introduction of additional community sports facilities. These will include a new football hub, a tennis center, and various enhancements along the Jalan Benaan Kapal waterfront. The Kallang Alive! initiative aims to transform the area into a hub of sports and recreational activities, attracting both local residents and visitors from across Singapore. This development is part of the broader effort to promote active lifestyles and create spaces that cater to a wide range of interests.

5. Farrer Park
– New Housing and Recreational Spaces: Farrer Park will see the development of new housing options that bring residents closer to the city and their workplaces. The plan ensures that existing amenities, such as the swimming pool and the former boxing gym, will be retained and integrated into the new development. Additionally, a new park and sports field will be created for the community’s enjoyment, providing ample opportunities for outdoor activities and leisure. This blend of residential and recreational spaces is designed to create a vibrant and well-rounded neighborhood that meets the diverse needs of its residents.

6. Kampong Bugis
– People-Centric, Car-Lite Residential Precinct: Kampong Bugis is set to become a model for sustainable urban living with the development of a people-centric, car-lite residential precinct. This new precinct will offer live-and-work options along the scenic Kallang River, promoting a lifestyle that is closely connected to nature and the waterfront. The existing Kallang Riverside Park will also undergo a transformation, being developed into a lush and vibrant waterfront park that serves as the centerpiece of this new precinct. The focus on sustainability and connectivity ensures that Kampong Bugis will be a desirable and eco-friendly place to live.

7. New MRT Station
– Improved Public Transport Access: The plan includes the addition of a new MRT station at Tanjong Rhu, which will be part of the Thomson-East Coast Line (TEL). Scheduled for completion by 2023, this new station will greatly enhance public transport access for residents and visitors, providing a direct link to other parts of Singapore. The station’s strategic location will support the ongoing development in the area, making it easier for people to commute and access the various amenities and attractions that Kallang has to offer.

The redevelopment and enhancement plans for the Kallang area reflect a vision of creating a dynamic, well-connected, and inclusive urban environment. By integrating new residential developments with enhanced community facilities, improved connectivity, and vibrant recreational spaces, the plan aims to make Kallang a more attractive and livable area for residents and visitors alike. The focus on sustainability, active mobility, and community engagement ensures that as Kallang grows and evolves, it remains a place where people can live healthy, active, and fulfilling lives. The Kallang area is set to become a shining example of how thoughtful urban planning can transform neighborhoods into thriving communities.

Future residents of Emerald of Katong will be able to benefits from the development to enjoy better amenities within the neighbourhood and better connectivity to travel around.

Source: URA