Busia Neighbourhood Redevelopment project.

Abstract

Proposed design area is located in the heart of Wandegeya Parish. It is an area characterized by a lot student activity due to the high student population from the neighbouring institutions that is Makerere University and Mulago National Referral Hospital. There is a mixed- use development pattern of retail activity, motor vehicle garages, petrol stations and student hostels. The site is bordered by Bombo road on the Western side and Lubigi Secondary drain on the Eastern side. The site is approximately 11.136acres. The proposed redevelopment of the Busia neighbourhood looks at encouraging mixed use development both vertically and horizontally in order to create a vibrant neighbourhood the encompasses the principles of neighbourhood design. These include: Existing Natural areas - Lubigi secondary drainage channel, Katanga community grounds, green undeveloped land near the school; Mix of Land uses which include: Institutional – church, Recreation – Children’s playground, Mixed use buildings – Commercial and Residential, Residential buildings – student hostels, School – School for PWDs; Multi-modal choice by ensuring access to public transport (taxi, bus, bodaboda), NMT corridors, Bicycle lanes. Promotes walkability with approx. 25Km of pedestrian infrastructure. Vehicular traffic through the neighbourhood is restricted and on-street parking is discouraged and promoting a Safe and Secure neighbourhood whereby streets were designed to ensure businesses and residences face the street thus ensuring “eyes on the street” at all times.