From the brownfield of Bohdalec-Slatiny, a residential neighborhood could emerge

Prague - The brownfield of Bohdalec-Slatiny could become a residential district supplemented with public amenities, transportation infrastructure, and greenery. A study has shown what the area could look like in the next 50 years. The material was unanimously adopted today by the council of Prague 10. This was reported by Vít Novák, the spokesperson for the city district. The study will be discussed by the city district council in September.

According to the city hall, public spaces with a new park should gradually be created in the area. "Emphasis is placed especially on the comprehensiveness of the proposal, starting with transportation solutions for the area, through the sustainable character of the buildings and their functional use, to sufficient greenery, rest areas, and sports facilities, where city residents will have the opportunity to spend their free time well," Novák stated.

The preparation of the study began last year. It is meant to serve as a basis for the upcoming Metropolitan Plan. Architects, the Institute of Planning and Development of Prague (IPR), and the public participated in the study, which was presented in two rounds, during which the public could express their opinions. According to Novák, people were particularly interested in the sports complex of Slavia, the density of the proposed buildings, and the transportation solutions for the area.

Brownfields are former industrial areas that are now unused. The Bohdalec-Slatiny area is among the seven largest development areas in Prague.

According to the new Metropolitan Plan, being prepared by the IPR, all construction in the capital city is to follow it after its approval in 2023. It determines where construction is permitted and where public areas or greenery will remain.