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DOCUMENT INFORMATION
REPORT TITLE DRAFT SEED DEVELOPMENT MASTERPLAN REPORT
PROJECT TITLE MASTER PLANNING FOR NEW CAPITAL CITY OF ANDHRA PRADESH
PROJECT REF NO.: 310-05-04-0001
CLIENT: SINGAPORE COOPERATION ENTERPRISE, SINGAPORE
SUBMISSION DATE: 20-07-2015
FILE NAME: INR1401_AP_SEED DEVELOPMENT MASTERPLAN REPORT

APPROVALS NAME DESIGNATION DATE
ANG CHIT SIK ASVIN SENIOR ENGINEER

AUTHOR DAYANITHI THANGAVEL SENIOR PLANNER
RAKSHADA RAMESH RODE URBAN DESIGNER 15-07-2015
SONALI MEHTA URBAN DESIGNER
KAUSTUBH TAMASKAR PROJECT MANAGER
KAUSTUBH TAMASKAR PROJECT MANAGER

REVIEWER JAMES ROBERT ELLISON VICE PRESIDENT (COASTAL ENGINEERING)
16-07-2015
KUM CHUN SEETOH DEPUTY PROJECT DIRECTOR
ANANDAN KARUNAKARAN PROJECT DIRECTOR
Number of copies issued: -
VERSION NO. DATE ISSUED DETAILS APPROVAL FOR ISSUE
1 10-07-2015 DRAFT 1 ANANDAN KARUNAKARAN
2 20-07-2015 FINAL ANANDAN KARUNAKARAN

THE NEW CAPITAL CITY OF ANDHRA PRADESH | SEED DEVELOPMENT MASTERPLAN REPORT
CONTENTS
PREFACE V 4.1.2 HOMES FOR ALL 17 i

4.2 WORLD CLASS INFRASTRUCTURE 19
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS VII 4.2.1 ROAD NETWORK - EFFICIENT GRID 19
4.2.2 PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION NETWORK 20
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY IX 4.2.3 CHARACTER ROADS 22
4.3 CLEAN AND GREEN 25
CHAPTER 1. INTRODUCTION 1 4.3.1 PUBLIC REALM PLAN 25
1.1 INTRODUCTION 2 4.3.2 ENVIRONMENTAL DESIGN PRINCIPLES 28
1.2 PROJECT DELIVERABLES 2 4.4 QUALITY LIVING 29
1.3 BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE 2 4.5 IDENTITY AND HERITAGE 30
1.4 METHODOLOGY 2 4.5.1 LANDMARKS 30
1.4.1 DATA COLLECTION 2 4.5.2 VIEWS AND VISTAS 30
1.4.2 SITE VISIT 2 4.5.3 TOURISM PLAN 32
1.4.3 MEETINGS WITH OFFICIALS 2 4.5.4 WATERFRONT DEVELOPMENT 35
1.4.4 TRAINING WORKSHOPS 2 4.6 PROPOSED MASSING AND SKYLINE 38
1.4.5 DATA ANALYSIS 2 4.7 SEED: MASTER PLAN 40
1.4.6 SMART CITY FRAMEWORK 2
1.4.7 VISION FORMULATION 3 CHAPTER 5. PLACE-MAKING STRATEGIES 43
1.4.8 SEED MASTER PLAN 3 5.1 AMARAVATI GOVERNMENT CORE 44
1.5 ORGANIZATION OF THE REPORT 3 5.2 AMARAVATI DOWNTOWN 45
5.3 AMARAVATI GATEWAY 46
CHAPTER 2. EXISTING CONTEXT ANALYSIS 5 5.4 AMARAVATI WATERFRONT 47
2.1 SITE IDENTIFICATION 6 5.5 DEVELOPMENT CONTROL RECOMMENDATIONS 48
2.1.1 SITE SELECTION CRITERIA 6 5.5.1 DEVELOPMENT CONTROL PLANS 48
2.1.2 ALTERNATIVES FOR SITE LOCATION 6
2.1.3 PREFERRED SITE OPTION 8 CHAPTER 6. INFRASTRUCTURE PROPOSAL 51
2.2 SITE CONTEXT, POTENTIAL AND CHALLENGES 9 6.1 ROAD INFRASTRUCTURE 52
2.2.1 SITE CONTEXT 9 6.1.1 CONSTRUCTION ACCESS ROAD 52
2.2.2 URBAN DESIGN POTENTIAL 10 6.1.2 ADMINISTRATIVE CORE ROADS 52
2.2.3 URBAN DESIGN CHALLENGES 10 6.1.3 DOWNTOWN ROAD 53
6.1.4 BRIDGE AND SEMI-EXPRESSWAY 53
CHAPTER 3. VISION, CONCEPT AND STRATEGIES 11 6.1.5 UTILITY CORRIDORS 53
3.1 SMART CITY FRAMEWORK 12 6.1.6 FOLLOW UP ACTIONS 53
3.2 SMART CITY GOALS 13 6.2 FLOOD MANAGEMENT 54
3.3 STRUCTURE PLAN 14 6.2.1 FLOOD PROTECTION FROM KRISHNA RIVER 54
6.2.2 FLOOD PROTECTION FROM KONDAVEETI VAGU 54
CHAPTER 4. DETAILED URBAN DESIGN PROPOSAL 15 6.2.3 FOLLOW UP ACTIONS 55
4.1 JOBS AND HOMES FOR ALL 16 6.3 WATER SUPPLY 56
4.1.1 JOBS FOR ALL 16 6.3.1 WATER TREATMENT PLANT 56
ii 6.3.2 WATER TRANSMISSION MAINS 56 CHAPTER 8. IMPLEMENTATION STRATEGIES 83
6.3.3 WATER DISTRIBUTION CENTRES 56 8.1 DEVELOPMENT PHASING 84
6.3.4 FOLLOW UP ACTIONS 56 8.2 INFRASTRUCTURE FOLLOW UP ACTIONS 90
6.3.5 PROPOSED DEVELOPMENT PHASING 57
6.4 WASTE WATER INFRASTRUCTURE 58 APPENDICES 93
6.4.1 FOLLOW UP ACTIONS 58 APPENDIX 1: BENCHMARKING 94
6.5 SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT 59 APPENDIX 2: DETAILED LANDUSE TABLE 99
6.5.1 FOLLOW UP ACTIONS 59
6.6 POWER SUPPLY NETWORK 60
6.6.1 DIVERSION OF EXISTING OVERHEAD UHV POWER LINES 60
6.6.2 CONSTRUCTION OF SUB-STATIONS AND POWER SUPPLY NETWORK 60
6.6.4 PROPOSED DEVELOPMENT PHASING 61
6.7 TELECOMS NETWORK 62
6.8 PROJECTED TIMELINE FOR THE COMPLETION OF WORKS 63
CHAPTER 7. INDUSTRIAL STARTUP PLAN 65

7.1 INTRODUCTION 66
7.2 SITE ANALYSIS 66
7.3 OBJECTIVES 67
7.4 OVERALL APPROACH 67
7.4.1 INDUSTRIAL CLUSTER 67
7.4.2 GREEN NETWORK 69
7.4.3 COMMUNITY FACILITIES 70
7.5 PLANNING PARAMETERS 71
7.5.1 TRANSPORT PLANNING 72
7.6 URBAN DESIGN PROPOSAL 74
7.6.1 OBJECTIVES AND APPROACH 74
7.6.2 SUSTAINABLE STRATEGIES 75
7.6.3 URBAN FORM 75
7.6.4 PARKS AND OPEN SPACES 76
7.6.5 STREETSCAPE AND IDENTITY 76
7.7 INFRASTRUCTURE PLANS 78
7.7.1 INTRODUCTION 78
7.7.2 INFRASTRUCTURE AND UTILITIES SERVICES. 79
7.8 CONCLUSION 81
LIST OF FIGURES
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FIG.2.1 IDENTIFICATION OF URBAN DESIGN SITE 6 FIG.4.32 SECTION SHOWING THE SKYLINE FOR SEED DEVELOPMENT 38 iii
FIG.2.2 IDENTIFICATION OF URBAN DESIGN SITE: SCENARIO 1 6 FIG.4.33 LANDUSE PLAN 40
FIG.2.3 IDENTIFICATION OF URBAN DESIGN SITE: SCENARIO 2 7 FIG.5.1 ILLUSTRATIVE PLAN: AMARAVATI GOVERNMENT NODE 44
FIG.2.4 IDENTIFICATION OF URBAN DESIGN SITE: SCENARIO 3 7 FIG.5.2 LOCATION PLAN: AMARAVATI GOVERNMENT NODE 44
FIG.2.5 FINAL CHOSEN OPTION FOR THE SEED DEVELOPMENT AREA 8 FIG.5.3 ARTIST’S IMPRESSION - AMARAVATI GOVERNMENT NODE 44
FIG.2.6 SITE CONTEXT MAP 9 FIG.5.4 DIAGRAM ILLUSTRATING PLACEMAKING STRATEGIES FOR AMARAVATI GOVERNMENT NODE 44
FIG.2.7 LOCATION MAP 9 FIG.5.5 LOCATION PLAN - AMARAVATI DOWNTOWN 45
FIG.2.8 SEED DEVELOPMENT TODAY 10 FIG.5.6 ILLUSTRATIVE PLAN: AMARAVATI DOWNTOWN 45
FIG.3.1 STRUCTURE PLAN FOR SEED DEVELOPMENT AREA 14 FIG.5.7 ARTIST’S IMPRESSION - AMARAVATI DOWNTOWN ROAD 45
FIG.4.1 SEED: EMPLOYMENT PLAN 16 FIG.5.8 DIAGRAM ILLUSTRATING PLACEMAKING STRATEGIES FOR AMARAVATI DOWNTOWN CORE 45
FIG.4.2 DISTRIBUTION OF LAND USE 16 FIG.5.9 ILLUSTRATIVE PLAN: AMARAVATI GATEWAY 46
FIG.4.3 DISTRIBUTION OF RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENTS 17 FIG.5.10 LOCATION PLAN: AMARAVATI GATEWAY 46
FIG.4.4 SEED: RESIDENTIAL PLAN 17 FIG.5.11 DIAGRAM ILLUSTRATING PLACEMAKING STRATEGIES FOR AMARAVATI GATEWAY 46
FIG.4.5 MOOD IMAGES - HIGH RISE RESIDENTIAL 18 FIG.5.12 ARTIST’S IMPRESSION - AMARAVATI GATEWAY 46
FIG.4.6 MOOD IMAGES - MEDIUM RISE RESIDENTIAL 18 FIG.5.13 LOCATION PLAN - AMARAVATI GATEWAY 47
FIG.4.7 MOOD IMAGES - LOW RISE RESIDENTIAL 18 FIG.5.14 ILLUSTRATIVE PLAN: AMARAVATI WATERFRONT 47
FIG.4.8 MOOD IMAGES - MIXED USE DEVELOPMENTS 18 FIG.5.15 ARTIST’S IMPRESSION - AMARAVATI WATERFRONT 47
FIG.4.9 SEED: ROAD NETWORK PLAN 19 FIG.5.16 DIAGRAM ILLUSTRATING PLACEMAKING STRATEGIES FOR AMARAVATI WATERFRONT 47
FIG.4.10 SEED:TRANSIT NETWORK 20 FIG.5.17 URBAN DESIGN CONTROL - CONCEPT PLAN 48
FIG.4.11 ACTIVE EDGES ALONG THE CENTRAL BOULEVARD 22 FIG.5.18 RECOMMENDED BUILDING USE PLAN 49
FIG.4.12 TYPICAL SECTION FOR THE CENTRAL BOULEVARD 22 FIG.5.19 RECOMMENDED MANDATORY BUILDING EDGE PLAN 49
FIG.4.13 ACTIVE EDGES ALONG THE RIVER KRISHNA BOULEVARD 23 FIG.5.20 RECOMMENDED PUBLIC ACCESS PLAN 50
FIG.4.14 RIVER KRISHNA BOULEVARD 23 FIG.6.1 PROPOSED DOWNTOWN ROAD SERVING THE SEED DEVELOPMENT 52
FIG.4.15 TYPICAL SECTION FOR THE DOWNTOWN ROAD 24 FIG.6.2 DOWNTOWN ROAD CROSS-SECTION (WITHOUT RAPID TRANSIT NETWORK) 52
FIG.4.16 TYPICAL SECTION FOR THE COLLECTOR ROAD 24 FIG.6.3 DOWNTOWN ROAD CROSS-SECTION (WITH RAPID TRANSIT NETWORK) 52
FIG.4.17 ACTIVE EDGES ALONG THE DOWNTOWN ROAD 24 FIG.6.4 DOWNTOWN ROAD CROSS-SECTION INDICATING LOCATIONS FOR SERVICES AND UTILITIES. 53
FIG.4.18 SEED: PUBLIC REALM PLAN 25 FIG.6.5 DIGITAL ELEVATION ANALYSIS OF THE SEED DEVELOPMENT AREA 54
FIG.4.19 MOOD IMAGES- PARKS & GREENS 26 FIG.6.6 REALIGNMENT AND STRENGTHENING OF THE KRISHNA RIVER BUND 55
FIG.4.20 SEED DEVELOPMENTS CLIMATIC STRATEGIES 28 FIG.6.7 RAISING OF PLATFORM LEVELS FOR THE SEED DEVELOPMENT AND ISLAND 55
FIG.4.21 TYPICAL ROAD SECTIONS THAT CONTRIBUTE IN CREATING A SUITABLE MICRO-CLIMATE 28 FIG.6.8 PROPOSED WATER CHANNEL WITHIN THE SEED DEVELOPMENT TO BE CREATED BY DREDGING 55
FIG.4.22 SEED: AMENITIES PLAN 29 FIG.6.9 CONSTRUCTION OF DIVERSION DRAINS AROUND THE SEED DEVELOPMENT 55
FIG.4.23 EXAMPLES OF CITY LEVEL PUBLIC FACILITIES 29 FIG.6.10 WATER SUPPLY STRATEGY FOR SEED DEVELOPMENT 56
FIG.4.24 SEED: LANDMARKS , NODES, VIEWS AND VISTAS 30 FIG.6.11 SEED DEVELOPMENT WATER SUPPLY NETWORK, BY PHASES: PHASE 1, 2,3,4 & 5 57
FIG.4.25 MOOD IMAGES- LANDMARK BUILDINGS 30 FIG.6.12 WASTE WATER STRATEGY FOR SEED DEVELOPMENT 58
FIG.4.26 CAPITAL CITY RELIGIOUS TOURISM PLAN 32 FIG.6.13 POSSIBLE ROUTES TO THE SOLID WASTE TREATMENT FACILITY IN GUNTUR 59
FIG.4.27 SEED: TOURISM PLAN 32 FIG.6.14 PROPOSED DIVERSION OF OVERHEAD POWER LINES AROUND THE SEED DEVELOPMENT 60
FIG.4.28 ACTIVATING THE WATERFRONT WITH BUND AS THE PROMENADE 36 FIG.6.15 EXISTING OVERHEAD POWER LINES AROUND THE SEED DEVELOPMENT 60
FIG.4.29 BUND AS ACTIVE PUBLIC SPACE 36 FIG.6.16 SEED DEVELOPMENT POWER SUPPLY NETWORK, BY PHASES 61
FIG.4.30 BUND INTEGRATED WITH THE DEVELOPMENT 37 FIG.6.17 PROPOSED TELECOM NETWORK 62
FIG.4.31 MASSING AND SKYLINE 38
iv FIG.6.18 PRELIMINARY TIMELINE FOR THE INFRASTRUCTURE DEVELOPMENT WORKS TO SUPPORT SEED FIG.8.10 ACTION PLAN 5: DEVELOP PROPOSED WASTE WATER NETWORK 91
DEVELOPMENT PHASE 1 63 FIG.8.11 ACTION PLAN 6: DIVERT OVERHEAD POWER LINES 91
FIG.7.1 LOCATION OF THE PROPOSED INDUSTRIAL START-UP 66 FIG.8.12 ACTION PLAN 7: DEVELOP PROPOSED POWER SUPPLY NETWORK 91
FIG.7.2 SITE COMPATIBILITY & CONNECTIVITY 67
FIG.7.3 LAND PARCELS SAFEGUARDED FOR THE INDUSTRIAL START-UP DEVELOPMENT 67
FIG.7.4 BROAD LAND USE PLAN 68
FIG.7.5 FLEXIBLE SUBDIVISION 68
FIG.7.6 PARCELLATION PLAN FOR THE CLUSTERS NORTH OF THE PROPOSED EXPRESSWAY 69
FIG.7.7 PARCELLATION PLAN FOR THE CLUSTERS SOUTH OF THE PROPOSED EXPRESSWAY 69 LIST OF TABLES
FIG.7.8 TYPICAL LAYOUT OF STANDARD FACTORY 69 TABLE 2.1 EXISTING LAND DISTRIBUTION 10
FIG.7.9 GREEN BUFFERS AND INTERNAL GREEN SPINES 70 TABLE 4.1 PROVISION OF PUBLIC FACILITIES (BASED ON URDFI GUIDELINES) 29
FIG.7.10 GREEN BUFFERS AND INTERNAL INTERACTIVE GREEN SPINES 70 TABLE 4.2 SEED: LANDUSE DISTRIBUTION TABLE 40
FIG.7.11 STRATEGIC LOCATION FOR AMENITY CENTRE 71 TABLE 6.1 CRDA’S FOLLOW UP ACTIONS FOR ROAD INFRASTRUCTURE 53
FIG.7.12 BASIC FACILITIES IN INTERACTIVE AMENITY CENTRES 71 TABLE 6.2 CRDA’S FOLLOW UP ACTIONS FOR FLOOD MANAGEMENT 55
FIG.7.13 PLOT RATIO PLAN 71 TABLE 6.3 CRDA’S FOLLOW UP ACTIONS FOR WATER SUPPLY 57
FIG.7.14 BUILDING HEIGHT PLAN 72 TABLE 6.4 WATER DEMAND PROJECTIONS 57
FIG.7.15 RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN BUILDING HEIGHT AND PLOT RATIO 72 TABLE 6.5 SEWAGE TREATMENT PROJECTIONS 58
FIG.7.16 CROSS SECTION ILLUSTRATES ROAD BUFFER 73 TABLE 6.6 CRDA’S FOLLOW UP ACTIONS FOR WATER SUPPLY 58
FIG.7.17 EGRESS AND INGRESS PLAN 73 TABLE 6.7 CRDA’S FOLLOW UP ACTIONS FOR SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT 59
FIG.7.18 ENVISAGED URBAN DESIGN INTENTION 74 TABLE 6.8 CRDA’S FOLLOW UP ACTIONS FOR POWER SUPPLY 61
FIG.7.19 CLUSTERS WITH LOGISTICS FACILITIES LOCATED NORTH OF THE PROPOSED EXPRESSWAY 75 TABLE 6.9 POWER DEMAND AND THE SUBSTATIONS TO BE BUILT TO SERVE EACH PHASE 61
FIG.7.20 VARIOUS SIZES OF BUILDINGS AND LANDS 76 TABLE 6.10 CRDA’S FOLLOW UP ACTIONS FOR TELECOMS NETWORK 62
FIG.7.21 SAMPLE DESIGN OF PERIMETER WALL 77 TABLE 7.1 OVERALL LAND USE AREAS FOR THE INDUSTRIAL START-UP AREA 67
FIG.7.22 THE INDUSTRIAL START-UP DEVELOPMENT OF AMARAVATI CITY 77 TABLE 7.2 BROAD UTILITIES DEMAND (INDUSTRIAL ZONES) 79
FIG.7.23 VARIOUS SIZES OF BUILDINGS AND LANDS 78 TABLE 8.1 SEED: PHASE WISE LANDUSE DISTRIBUTION TABLE 89
FIG.7.24 EXISTING FLOOD PLAN 78
FIG.7.25 PROPOSED DRAINAGE NETWORK 78
FIG.7.26 PROPOSED WATER DISTRIBUTION NETWORK AND TAPPING POINT 79
FIG.7.27 PROPOSED SEWERAGE NETWORK AND DISCHARGE POINT TO TRUNK SEWER 80
FIG.7.28 SOLID WASTE TO TRANSFER STATION 80
FIG.7.29 PROPOSED POWER NETWORK AND 33KV SUB-STATION LOCATION- 81
FIG.8.1 PHASE 1 ILLUSTRATIVE PLAN 84
FIG.8.6 ACTION PLAN 1: CONSTRUCT PROPOSED DOWNTOWN ROADS 90
FIG.8.7 ACTION PLAN 2: DEVELOP THE DOWNTOWN ROAD 90
FIG.8.8 ACTION PLAN 3: CONSTRUCT FLOOD PROTECTION MEASURES 90
FIG.8.9 ACTION PLAN 4: DEVELOP PROPOSED WATER SUPPLY NETWORK 90
PREFACE
Project Background Ltd were appointed by the Singapore goals and strategies to guide the future
Andhra Pradesh is building a new government to undertake the master development within the capital city.
Capital City following the bifurcation planning for the Andhra Pradesh The master plan further presented
of the state in February 2014. The new Capital City Project. Surbana was the Zoning and Landuse plans that translate
city is located between Vijayawada lead consultant in planning, urban the city’s goals and strategies into
and Guntur and it is envisaged to be a design and infrastructure planning; and implementable plans and framework.
world class Capital City for the people Jurong, the sub-consultant conducted The proposal also presented the
of Andhra Pradesh. the economic studies, positioning and development phasing and action plans
industrial estate planning. to provide a clear mechanism for
Project Scope and Commission- development.
ing This project comprises of the following
On 08 December 2014, the milestones: Completion of the third mile-
governments of Singapore and Andhra Capital Region Plan stone
Pradesh signed a Memorandum of - To set the planning direction and This report presents the SEED
Understanding to collaborate on the strategies for the Capital Region of development Master plan proposal
master planning and development of Andhra Pradesh. elaborating the goals and strategies for
the new Andhra Pradesh Capital City. Capital City Master Plan the SEED development. The master plan
The Memorandum of Understanding - To prepare a detailed Master plan provides a clear growth direction for the
was signed between the Infrastructure (Landuse and Zoning Plans) for the new SEED development area by providing a
Corporation of Andhra Pradesh and Capital City of Andhra Pradesh. detailed landuse plan and simulation.
International Enterprise (IE) Singapore Seed Development Master Plan The report further presents strategic
and witnessed by Chief Minister of - To prepare Urban Design and development phasing and action plans
Andhra Pradesh, Nara Chandrababu development control guidelines for the which provide a clear mechanism for
Naidu and Singapore’s Second Minister first section of the Capital City directing the future development.
for Trade and Industry of Singapore, S.
Iswaran. Capital Region Plan The completion of SEED Master Plan
The Capital Region Plan submitted at Report, earmarks the completion of
The Centre for Liveable Cities and the end of stage 1, provided a regional the third and final milestone for the
Singapore Cooperation Enterprise master plan that would provide a guide Singapore-Andhra Pradesh Capital City
have also provided their expertise for the future development of the collaboration project.
and assistance in master planning and Capital Region Area and the new city.
development of Andhra Pradesh’s The completion of the Capital Region
institutional capacity in urban Plan on 30 March 2015 marked the
governance and related areas through achievement of the first milestone for
training programmes for AP officials the Singapore-Andhra Pradesh Capital
responsible for the development of the City collaboration project.
Capital City.
Capital City Master Plan
Surbana International Consultants The Capital City Master plan submitted
Pte Ltd and Jurong Consultants Pte at the end of stage 2 presented the
View from the Prakasam Barrage Road
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ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
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We would like to acknowledge and thank the following individuals and organizations for their invaluable insights and
contributions towards the preparation of the “SEED Master Plan Report.”
Andhra Pradesh Government Officers
Giridhar Aramane, IAS, Principal Secretary to Government, Municipal Administration & Urban Development Department
Srikant Nagulapalli, IAS, Commissioner, Andhra Pradesh Capital Region Development Authority, Vijayawada
Pothireddy Thimma Reddy, Director of Town & Country Planning
Dr. Pamu Panddu Runga Rao, Enginnering in Chief, Public Health
Avula Suresh, Additional Director, Town Planning
Local Body/ Police Officials within Capital Region
Ganeshan Veerapandian, I.A.S., Municipal Commissioner, Vijayawada

Dr. Sreedhar Cherukuri, I.A.S., Joint Collector, Guntur & incharge Municipal Commissioner, Guntur
Prabhala Gopinadh, Municipal Commissioner, Tenali
A.B.Venkateswara Rao, IPS, Commissioner of Police, Vijayawada
P.H.D. Ramakrishna, IPS, Superintendent of Police, Guntur
Officials from CRDA
Ravi Ramakrishna Rao, Head Planning, CRDA

Veepanagandla Ramudu, Planner, CRDA
Rikkala Srinivasa Reddy, Divisional Forest Officer, AP CRDA, Vijayawada
G.A.Suryanarayana, P.S. to Commissioner, CRDA, Vijayawada
Gullapalli Nageswara Rao, Planning Officer, CRDA, Vijayawada
Bathula Sesha Srinivasa Rao, Executive Engineer, CRDA, Vijayawada
D. Mallikharjuna Rao, Administrative Officer, CRDA, Vijayawada
Bandla Siva Sankar Prasad, I.F.S., Member Secretary, AP Pollution Control Board, Hyderabad.
Dr.A. Nageswara Rao, Scientist-E, AP State Application Centre, Hyderabad
T. Narendra Babu, Scientist-E, AP State Application Centre, Hyderabad
Dr. G. Prasada Rao, Scientist-E, AP State Application Centre, Hyderabad
Dr. G. Kumaraswami, Team Leader, AP State Application Centre, Hyderabad
Dr. P. Eswaramma, Team Leader, AP State Application Centre, Hyderabad
A farmer sitting outside his neighbour’s house in Neerukonda Village.

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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
This report presents the “SEED Development Master Plan”. Before presenting the Detailed Master
plan proposal, the report elaborates the Site selection process and the detailed site analysis
undertaken by the planning teams. This analysis forms the basis for the preparation of the Master
plan. A Smart City Framework guides the vision and goals for the SEED development, these goals
are translated into a set of development strategies which guide the development’s various urban
design layers. These include, Jobs and Homes for all, World Class Infrastructure, Clean and Green,
Quality Living, and Identity and Heritage.
The various urban design strategies are translated into the landuse plan for the SEED development
area. Further, the report presents the implementation strategies including Phasing plans and Follow
up Actions for the SEED development area.
Note: Artist impressions are subjected to detailed design development
Site Selection
Site Selection Options Preferred Site Option
Before proceeding with the Master plan proposal, a site selection process was undertaken by the Consultants. Considering the pros and cons, both from a design point of view and respecting the aspirations of the
In order to select the best suited location for the SEED development 3 alternative Site Scenarios were presented Andhra Pradesh Government, a revised final option was prepared that captured the desirable characteristics
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to the Honourable Chief Minister and the CRDA based on a Site selection criteria. from the options. Primarily, this option is a modified version of Option 1. The SEED development focus is
retained along the southern bank of Krishna river. The cardinal north-south axis will house the government
core buildings. The deviation from Option 1 is that in order to achieve the ceremonial and grand quality
of the axis, the government core functions will be distributed along this north-south axis with maximum
concentration on the northern end. Neerukonda hill forms the southern termination of this axis. To the
north, the visual axis extends all the way to the Kondapalli Hill Forest.
The resultant chosen outcome for the SEED development location also considers the critical distance
necessary between the Government Administrative core and the existing Vijayawada city. This critical
distance allows to capture the synergies of the adjacency of the 1+ million population in Vijayawada, but
at the same time retains enough distance to create a new identity for the new Capital City. The natural
Alternative 1A Alternative 1B direction of growth of the SEED development will help expand and bridge the gap between Vijayawada and
the new Government Core.
Identification of Urban design Site: Scenario 1
Alternative 2A Alternative 2B
Identification of Urban design Site: Scenario 2
Identification of Urban design Site: Scenario 3 Final Chosen Option for the SEED Development Area
Smart City Framework
With the cities around the globe gearing up towards be-
coming “Smart”, it is important to establish a clear frame- XI
work that will help to achieve this Vision. The Govern-
ment of India has recently announced their plans to plan
for 100 Smart Cities around the country, which includes
several State Capitals. Amaravati, the new State Capital of
Andhra Pradesh offers an excellent opportunity to realise
this target as it is mostly being built on a greenfield site,
with minimal constraints for development. Amaravati’s vi-
sion has been established
as the “People’s Capital”.
Therefore, it is necessary to
SMART
fine-tune this framework
to achieve this Vision. As
such, the framework that
has been developed con-
sists of 6 Goals, 2 each to
respond to the 3 pillars of
sustainability. Another key factor that contributes to the
Smartness of a city is technology that cuts across all these
goals. The master plan allows for technology to be inte-
grated and as a result enhance the overall Smartness to a
next level. The 6 Smart Goals established specifically for
Amaravati have been elaborated on the following page.
This report will focus on how these Goals have been trans-
lated from the Capital Region, Capital City down to the
SEED Development Master plan and to demonstrate their
application within the SEED area.
Smart City Goals
Jobs and Homes for All World Class Infrastructure
The first and most important goal for Amaravati is to generate jobs and Developing a state of art transportation network is paramount to any world
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provide homes for all. People belonging to all strata of society, irrespective of class city. Whether it is roads, metro-rail or waterways, convenience of commute
their financial and social status, will be able to find a source of income and plays an extremely important role in the economic success of a city. This has
an affordable home within the newly planned city. The SEED Development been demonstrated in most of the successful cities around the world. Factors
will lay the foundation stone to achieve this goal. Hence, it becomes critical to such as the time required for home to work commute, airport to city commute
demonstrate how Jobs and Homes for All has been achieved within this startup has proved to help attract investments to cities along with adding the necessary
development area. Technology enablers such as cellphone and internet access help people search for convenience for the residents and workers. In addition to this, technology needs to be induced to extract
relevant opportunities and make this process very convenient for the residents and workers. Along with maximum potential of the hard infrastructure. Data analytics and inputs can help take the efficiency of
this, skill development programs will also help strengthen the economic base of the city by creating the transport infrastructure to levels never seen before. The SEED Development shall become a benchmark
necessary workforce. to achieve this for the rest of the city and region at large.
Clean and Green Efficient Resource Management

The inherent strength of the Amaravati site lies in its green existing environment. Smart Cities need to take the aspect of resource management to a higher level.
The presence of the majestic Krishna river, several canals and village tanks, and Be is power, sewerage, drainage, water-supply, etc., not only do the networks
the greenery give this site a very unique opportunity to be developed as a Clean have to designed efficiently, but state of art engineering technology needs to
and Green city. It is very important that this potential is exploited to the fullest. be integrated to help improve the efficiency of the systems. Wireless sensors
This will go a long way in helping to create a sense of place and ownership for are now able to collect and transmit information from almost any object — for
the people to voluntarily work towards maintaining this valuable asset of the instance, roads, food crates, utility lines and water pipes. And the improved
city. The SEED development has been strategically chosen to take advantage of 7 km long waterfront software helps interpret the huge flow of information, so raw data becomes useful knowledge to monitor
along river Krishna. The macro level principles will be translated to demonstrate how this potential of the and optimize transport and other complex systems. Research has shown that the efficiency payoff
site can be utilized to its maximum. Multi functional green spaces, not only for recreation, but also for translates into big reductions in energy used, greenhouse gases emitted and natural resources consumed.
flood management and other infrastructure becomes the backbone structure for the SEED development. Computer enhanced infrastructure enables making better informed decisions starting from the planning
stage to the implementation and management.
Quality Living Identity and Heritage

All aspects of quality of life need to addressed in order for the users to The Amaravati site is blessed with several heritage and cultural centres in the
appreciate. Among the few important aspects include safety, convenience, immediate surroundings such as the existing Amaravathi city, Undavalli caves,
health, education, etc. The plan will adopt a model that will enable people Kanakdurga temple, etc. The proposed design will ensure that this aspect is well
to experience this first hand. Factors such as safe walking distance for kids to respected and integrated within the design. These elements are very important
primary schools, ease of access to senior citizens, or access to grocery shops for the existing residents within the Capital Region. To complement this, the
without having to use cars, all of these contribute to creating a big whole to achieve the desired quality SEED development will help create a modern image of the city that will blend well with the existing image.
of life. Technology such as mobile applications have helped make this aspect more tangible by providing The heritage and modern elements together tie up to create an interesting dynamic that in turn helps to
the necessary information at the touch of a fingertip. SEED development also adopts this framework to create a unique image of the city and also helps in promoting it as a tourist destination.
pioneer and demonstrate the Quality Living aspect.
Smart City Layers
Jobs and Homes for all Clean and Green Quality Living
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Mixed - use
High Rise Residential
Mid Rise residential
Low Rise Residential
Habitations
Convention Centre and Offices Primary Greens Transit Oriented Developments
Offices/IT/Hospitality Secondary Greens Schools
Business Park Pedestrian Paths Neighborhood Parks
Government Administration Neighborhood Parks Neighborhood Centres
1km TOD Catchment Area
400m Walkability Radius
Proposed Employment and Residential uses Proposed Green and Blue Network Proposed Civic Amenities
4 hierarchies of commercial and 5 types of residential developments A well woven network of parks and open spaces weaves through the As Downtown is the vibrant heart of the City several important city and
have been proposed within the SEED area. development terminating at the vibrant public river Krishna waterfront. town level public facilities have been planned within the SEED area.
World Class Infrastructure Efficient Resource Management Identity and Heritage
Semi Expressway
Arterial Roads 220/132 kV Substation
Sub Arterial Road 132/33 kV Substation
Downtown Road 33/11kV Substation
Collector Roads 132 kV Transmission Power lines
Transit Oriented Developments 33 kV Transmission Power Lines
High Speed Rail 11kV Distribution Power Lines Landmarks Buildings
BRT Water Distribution Centres View Corridors
MRT Water Mains
Water Taxi Sewage Lifting Stations
MRT Stations Proposed Trunk Sewers
BRT Stops Temporary STP
Proposed Transportation network Proposed Infrastructure Layout Proposed Landmarks,Views and Vistas
A well connected road and public transportation has been proposed A well integrated network of Flood manag., Water Supply, Sewerage, 11 important landmarks and 3 view corridors have been proposed
within the SEED area. Solid Waste & Power supply has been proposed within the SEED area. within the SEED development to create a unique identity.
SEED Master Plan
SEED: MASTER PLAN • To create a unique skyline for the
City.
The various urban design strategies
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are translated into the illustrated Special focus has been laid on 4
landuse plan for the SEED development important nodes which establish the
area. The plan creates 635,000 jobs character of the SEED Development.
and accommodates over 300,000 These key nodes include Amaravati
residential population within the 1694 Government Core, Amaravati
ha SEED area. The Master plan on the Downtown, Amaravati Gateway and
right, illustrates the proposed Master Amaravati Waterfront. Special place
plan for the SEED development. The making strategies have been proposed
strategies and proposals for the landuse for these nodes.
plan include:
• To create a variety of sustainable

jobs by devising an effective strategy
for employment distribution.
• To provide for variety of lifestyle :

The plan proposes 4 main residential
typologies for the SEED development
• To create for world class infrastructure

solutions: The plan proposes smart
infrastructure solutions along with
smart mobility for creating a world
1694 ha
Total SEED Area
class Central Business District.
• To ensure good quality living:

The SEED Urban Design proposal
incorporates ensure good quality
living standards into the SEED master
plan. 300,000
Resident Population
• To create an identity and sense of
place within SEED development,
landmark structures are proposed
• To promote culture and heritage of

Amaravati City: The Tourism Plan
proposes a number of attractions
within the SEED Development area
635,000
Total Jobs
SEED Development Master Plan
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SEED Development Masterplan

Place-making Strategies
Amaravati Government Core Covered Outdoor Amaravati Downtown Active use like Bus-bay
Walkway Refreshment Area retail, cafes
The government core is probably the most The Amaravati Downtown is the commercial heart
important area of the Capital City. It will house of the Capital city. This area has the best access
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the seat of the state government, which is the through public transit. Therefore, the following
very reason for the existence of the capital city. strategies will help exploit maximum potential:
The Amaravati government core houses the 3 civic • The buildings along the central boulevard are
arms of the Andhra Pradesh state. Special design proposed to have no setbacks and active uses
consideration has been given to this important such as retail, restaurants, cafes on the ground
government axis through the following place storey. These will be allowed to spill over on
making strategies: to the walkways in order to create an active
• The frontage of the buildings facing the central building edge.
green space are designed to be vehicle free. • Vehicular access is discouraged along the central
Vehicle access is restricted to the rear side. Artist’s Impression - Amaravati Government Node boulevard as it is a Major arterial road. This also Artist’s Impression - Amaravati Downtown Road
• Physical barriers between the government Spillage of activities on Civic Axis functioning allows continuity of the active building edges. Landmark Towers
buildings and the green central park should to the green space as public space • The buildings are designed to be integrated
be avoided as far as possible in order to allow seamlessly with the MRT stations to allow
people to experience and be as close the comfort for the commuters.
government functions as possible. • The landmark towers that are illustrated in
• These green spaces can be uses for numerous Figure, will be integrated with MRT stations so
F&B activities such as canteens, coffee shops, that commuters can directly access the buildings
alfresco dinning, etc. in addition to functioning from the station level.
as a park where people can spend their leisure • The corners of the building at the illustrated
time. Underpass to junction will receive special articulation in order Spillage of commercial Buildings integrated
• At the same time, it becomes critical to maintain allow for seamless Active use like retail, to accentuate its importance as a transit and activities on to the green space seamlessly with MRT
the security and allow flexibility of the spaces to connectivity restaurants, cafes commercial node. station
increase security as and when required. Amaravati Government Core - Public Realm Amaravati Downtown - Public Realm
Note: All artist’s impressions in this report are subjected to detailed design development
Artist’s Impression - Amaravati Government Core Artist’s Impression - Amaravati Downtown
Amaravati Gateway F & B , Retail, outdoor Amaravati Waterfront Amphitheater Promenade
refreshment areas
This node will create the first impression of the The Amaravati waterfront is envisioned as an active
Capital City because it forms the gateway to the public waterfront with city level commercial and XVII
city and SEED development. It has been designed recreational uses. The key place making strategies
in a way to create the necessary impact that for the Amaravati waterfront include:
one needs to feel while entering the Capital City. • Large public buildings are proposed along the
Following strategies will help achieve the above: waterfront to attract people to the waterfront.
• The bridge is designed in itself to become a In accordance to this, large public spaces have
symbol of the city to welcome the arrivals. been designed to accommodate these numbers.
• Appropriate parcels have been identified to be • The buildings and public spaces are designed to
developed for the Iconic Gateway towers and to barrier free in order to integrate the interiors
emphasize the grandeur effect of entering the and exteriors.
capital city. Artist’s Impression - Amaravati Gateway • The ground level of these buildings are Artist’s Impression - Amaravati Waterfront
• This has been further enhanced by carefully Open to sky public encouraged to have direct access from the Barrier free
setting back the building to create a larger activities public spaces. public spaces
green/public space in front of the building that • The Amaravati plaza is a grand plaza that will
allows one to appreciate the buildings. These be a multipurpose space housing activities such
will be active urban spaces with F&B, retail, and as waterfront amphitheaters, traditional street
also showcasing open air performances. hawkers, etc in order to create an interesting yet
• These spaces are seamlessly connected to the compatible mix of activities.
wetland park and the public waterfront.
• The rooftop of the podium building will be
visible while arriving from the iconic bridge Building setback to Commercial Seamless pedestrian
and is proposed to house open to sky public create larger public Edge along the connection to wetland Seamless pedestrian Promenade integrating
activities. space public space park connection to BRT station with the building
Amaravati Gateway - Public Realm Amaravati Waterfront - Public Realm
Artist’s Impression - Amaravati Gateway Artist’s Impression - Amaravati Waterfront

Development Phasing
PHASE 1 PHASE 2 PHASE 3 PHASE 4 PHASE 5
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18% 18% 18% 11% 35%
Total SEED Area Total SEED Area Total SEED Area Total SEED Area Total SEED Area
26,000 94,000 99,000 29,000 50,000

Resi. Population Resi. Population Resi. Population Resi. Population Resi. Population
2.49 mil m2 4.03 mil m2 4.04 mil m2 3.29 mil m2 3.35 mil m2
Gross Floor Area Gross Floor Area Gross Floor Area Gross Floor Area Gross Floor Area
95,000 160,000 152,000 177,000 113,000

Total Jobs Total Jobs Total Jobs Total Jobs Total Jobs
Phase 1: 365 ha Phase 2: 381 ha Phase 3: 294 ha Phase 4: 226 ha Phase 5: 426.36 ha
SEED Development Phases
The government administrative centre After having established the State Following up from Phase 2, the The highest commercial value parcels The final phase of SEED is strategically
needs to move to the new capital city Capital headquarters in Phase 1, there developments will be similar to Phase are reserved to be developed in this planned towards the public waterfront
at the outset. Therefore, the logical will be natural growth moving eastward 1. The eastern part of the downtown phase. The Gateway Commercial uses. Although it takes up the highest
sequencing of phasing starts from the along the already built downtown core will be developed during this node, that will become the landmark share of land compared to other
western end of SEED development. road. Functionally, this will house more phase. development that welcomes the people phases, the idea is to have lesser
The developments that will come up commercial areas as the area includes while arriving from the Iconic bridge intensity developments more catered
around the government administrative part of the downtown, which is the Key Development Projects across the river will be developed to serve the catchment of the SEED, the
core will be able to take advantage of high-rise high-density node within the This phase will primarily focus on the in this phase. The development of city and the region as a whole.
the synergies and economies of scale SEED development. downtown commercial and the eastern this phase will conclusion of the high
that will be brought due to shifting of business park development. Phase 3 density developments within SEED. Key Development Projects
over a couple of thousands government Key Development Projects will create 4.04 million square meters This phase will focus on the iconic
employees and their families. Key projects in this phase include of Gross Floor Area. Key Development Projects river Krishna waterfront and the island
the Transit Oriented high density Key development in this phase include cluster. The waterfront houses the
Key Development Projects commercial node, 50% of the central the gateway commercial node, multi convention centre, indoor sports hub
The administrative government core downtown commercial area, a business disciplinary university and mixed use & iconic commercial blocks. The island
will be supported with residential, park cluster and number of mixed use residential clusters. The city wetland will house 9.13 ha of downtown comm.
mixed use and office clusters. developments. park will be developed in this phase. clusters, golf course and villas.
1 INTRODUCTION
Existing commercial developments along river Krishna

1.1 INTRODUCTION 1.2 PROJECT 1.3 BACKGROUND 1.4 METHODOLOGY Ministry of Trade and Industry (MTI),
DELIVERABLES AND PURPOSE Singapore Cooperation Enterprise (SCE)
2
Surbana & Jurong together form the 1.4.1 Data Collection and International Enterprise (IE).
Project Management Team (PMT). The The deliverables for each stage are Having completed the Capital Region
project is spread over 3 stages and 7 and Capital City Plans that lay out the Surbana and Jurong teams collected 1.4.4 Training Workshops
Activities. Stage 1: Inception report master plan proposal and strategies the necessary data from the Andhra
Status: Submitted for the respective scales, in this part of Pradesh agencies during the period of A delegation of 23 Andhra Pradesh
Stage 1 : Capital Region Plan : the Stage 3 deliverables, the Project December 2014 and May 2015. Using officials attended the APLUGP (Andhra
Stage 1: Capital Region Plan Report. Management Team has now duly this data the teams filtered out specific Pradesh Leaders in Urban Governance
• Activity 1: Data Inventory, Analysis (Progress Report) completed the details of Stage 3 SEED relevant data that can be applied in the Programme) organized by CLC in
and Inception Status: Submitted development Master Plan that covers development of the Capital City and Singapore from 19th to 24th January.
• Activity 2: Regional Context analysis, about 16.9 sqkm. These proposals form SEED development Master Plans. The Surbana and Jurong teams were actively
Economic positioning and Socio- Stage 2: the basis of this report and marks the data was received in several formats involved throughout this workshop.
Demographic Study Part 1: Zoning Plan Report end of the final stage of the project. including GIS, Autocad, Excel sheets Surbana and Jurong presented and
• Activity 3: Visioning, Programming Status: Submitted and hard copy reports. discussed the progress of the Master
and Structure Plan Part 2: Capital City Master Plan Plan with the delegation members
Status: Submitted 1.4.2 Site Visit to get their insights and views on the
Stage 2: Capital City Master Plan: ideas being considered.
Stage 3: Seed Development Master In January 2015, Surbana and Jurong
• Activity 4: Concept Master Plan Report (Final Report) teams undertook a 2 day elaborate site 1.4.5 Data Analysis
Plan, Transportation Plan and Status: Current Report visit to get a first hand feel of the site and
Infrastructure Plan surroundings. The team also interacted Parallel to this, planners from Surbana
• Activity 5: Zoning Plan for new with local people to understand their and Jurong were analyzing the relevant
Capital City. concerns and issues to be considered data received from the Andhra Pradesh
during the formation of the master agencies. The analysis included
Stage 3: Seed Development Master plan. All this information was utilized in understanding of physical site features
Plan: the site analysis and formation of the such as hills, rivers, canals, forests,
plans as explained below. drains, etc., along with an understanding
• Activity 6: Urban Design Proposal for of the socio-demographic and economic
Seed Development 1.4.3 Meetings with Officials profile of the Capital City and the SEED
• Activity 7: Development Guidelines development area.
for Seed Development Several meetings were held during the
team’s stay in Hyderabad that included 1.4.6 Smart City Framework
This report will provide details on the CRDA officials and Dr. P. Narayana,
works of Stage 3: SEED Development Minister of Municipal Administration Establishing this framework is the most
Master Plan. & Urban Development, Urban Water critical step preceding the Vision as this
Supply and Urban Planning for Andhra guides the Goals and Strategies. It lays
Pradesh. The team from SIngapore out the Key Performance Indicators
included officials from Surbana to address the social, economic and
International Consultants Pte Ltd environmental issues specific to the
(Surbana), JURONG Consultants Pte Ltd focus area.
(Jurong), Centre for Livable Cities (CLC),
1.4.7 Vision Formulation 1.5 ORGANIZATION the development. This description is
OF THE REPORT followed by detailed recommendations
Using the understanding of all of the for development control within these 3
above, combined with the feedback In addition to this introductory chapter, key nodes.
from the Andhra Pradesh officials the report consists of the following
during the APLUGP, the planners from chapters: Chapter 6: Infrastructure Plan
Surbana and Jurong calibrated the This chapter presents the conceptual
appropriate Vision and strategies for Chapter 2: Existing Site Analysis infrastructure proposal for the SEED
development for the Capital Region, This chapter presents the site development area. The proposal
City and the SEED development area. identification/selection process includes, flood management strategies,
and outcome. The chapter further water supply, storm water, sewerage,
1.4.8 SEED Master Plan analyses the selected site for the SEED solid waster management and power
development elaborating the area’s supply plans for the SEED development
After having completed the Capital urban design potential and challenges. area.
Region and Capital City Master Plan,
Surbana and Jurong developed detail These potentials and challenges guide Chapter 7: Industrial Start up Plan
Master Plan for SEED development the SEED development Master plan In order to create local employment
and the Industrial start up area in order described in the following chapters. opportunities, and kick start immediate
to kick start development within the economic growth, this chapter presents
Amaravati Capital City. These plans lay Chapter 3: Vision Goals and Strategies the proposed industrial startup area for
out various strategies to help achieve This chapter presents the Vision, Goals the Capital City.
the identified goals in order to develop and Strategies proposed for the SEED
this city as a world class capital city that development area. The chapter further Chapter 8: Implementation Strategies
respects its roots and people, but at presents the Smart City Framework To ensure successful implementation of
the same time lays the foundation for a developed for the SEED development the SEED development Master plan, this
state of art modern city. area. This framework further leads to chapter presents the proposed phasing
the Structure plan for the same. for the SEED development area. Five
strategies phases are presented in this
Chapter 4: SEED Development Master chapter with a brief description of key
plan projects within each phase.
This chapter presents the detailed
urban design strategies for the SEED The chapter further elaborates the
development area. It helps illustrate immediate actions to be undertaken
how the 6 goals identified in the Smart by CRDA in order to successfully
City Framework have been translated implement the Master plan.
to actual design on the ground. These
strategies are followed by the proposed
overall SEED Master plan and landuse
plan.
Chapter 5: Place-making Strategies

This chapter presents the detailed urban
design approach for the 4 key nodes of
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2 EXISTING
CONTEXT ANALYSIS
This chapter presents a summary of the site selection exercise conducted by
the consultants in collaboration with the AP CRDA to allocate an appropriate
site for the SEED development area. The chapter further summarizes the
existing context analysis, potential and challenges for the selected SEED
development area. This analysis forms the base for guiding the Amaravati
Capital city Master plan.
The chapter is divided into the following sub-sections:

1. Identification and Role of Urban Design Site
2. Site Context, Potential and Challenges
SEED Development Area is planned along river Krishna

2.1 SITE IDENTIFICATION views of the neighbouring hills, and Alternative 1A
captures them as important vantage The 3 alternative scenarios include:
Before proceeding with the Master points
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plan proposal, this section first • Site which can economically Scenario 1: “Concentrated
presents the site selection criteria contribute in the future growth of Growth”
and recommendations presented by the city. Scenario 1 focuses on “Concentrated
the consultants to the Capital Region • Good urban design opportunities Growth” of the SEED Development
Development Authority (CRDA). and that can engage with the cluster by collaborating the various SEED
of islands on river Krishna functions with the new state’s
2.1.1 Site Selection Criteria government headquarters. This will
2.1.2 Alternatives for help in concentrating the population
The following key characteristics were Site Location and reduce infrastructure costs in
considered to establish the SEED site the initial phases of development.
selection criteria: Based on the site selection criteria This scenario can be developed as 2
• Readily available land with minimal mentioned above, the following 3 alternative options:
development constraints alternatives were presented to the
• Proximity to existing Vijayawada City. honourable Chief Minister and CRDA. Alternative 1A proposes a waterfront
• River Krishna waterfront that is The final site selection was done after site equidistant from the proposed
lesser prone to flooding. a collective discussion between the bypass and the other city ring road.
• Good natural setting with captivating stakeholders and government bodies.
The potentials of this option include:
Alternative 1B • This option promotes a strong and
independent identity for the new
city by maintaining a critical distance
from the existing growth centres.
This leaves an opportunity to bridge
the gap between Vijayawada and
new Capital in the future.
• This option identifies visually most
prominent land form along the river
with a scenic backdrop of hill and
forest.
• The option proposes a principle
north-south cardinal axis for the civic
core which is in-line with the Vastu
city planning principles.
Alternative 1B proposes a waterfront

site in proximity to the proposed by
pass from Vijayawada city.
The potentials of this option include:

Fig.2.1 Identification of Urban design Site Fig.2.2 Identification of Urban design Site: Scenario 1 • Locate the SEED development near
the existing city nodes, and capitalize Alternative 2A • The principal growth corridor in this option too locates the SEED CBD
on the existing Vijayawada city option is aligned along the North- development near the existing city
catchment and the growth centres. South cardinal direction aiming nodes to capitalize on the existing 7
• The site will face the North-Eastern towards the Kondapalli Fort, while growth centres.
green corridor, with Bhavani island in the secondary growth corridor is • The site will face North-East with
the foreground. aligned along the East-West axis Bhavani Island in the foreground.
• The principle growth corridor will be engaging the numerous cultural and • The principle growth corridor will be
aligned in the North-East direction heritage destinations of the city. aligned in the North-East direction
towards the valley between the • This option creates a balanced towards the valley between the
Kondapalli Hill ans Ambapuram hill distribution of important Kondapalli Hill ans Ambapuram hill
• The secondary growth corridor employment nodes within city while • The secondary growth corridor
will be aligned along the East-West creating grandeur in the city image. will be aligned along the East-West
direction to engage the city’s cultural direction to engage the city’s cultural
and heritage destinations. Alternative 2B proposes the waterfront and heritage destinations.
CBD in proximity to the proposed by
Scenario 2: “Balanced Growth” pass from Vijayawada city and the Scenario 3: Shared Growth
Scenario 2 explores the potential to administrative civic core in proximity to Scenario 3 explores the potential
develop the SEED development in the Neerukunda hill. to develop the SEED development
2 distinct clusters, one housing the along both the banks of river Krishna.
administrative civic centre and the The potentials of this option include: Although, the southern bank will house
other housing the city iconic CBD. • Similar to alternative 1B, this the CBD and administrative civic centre,
Similar to scenario 1, scenario 2 offers Alternative 2B
2 alternative site locations as well:
Alternative 2A proposes the waterfront

CBD site at equal distance from all the
existing centres, and the administrative
civic centre in proximity to the
Neerukunda Hill. T
he potentials of this option include:

• Similar to alternative 1A, this
option too promotes a strong and
independent identity for the new
CBD by maintaining a critical distance
from the existing growth centres.
• The site setting for the CBD in
this option is created through
an enclosure of hillocks; and
the government headquarters
are situated in proximity to the
Neerukunda Hill with a unique
setting. Fig.2.3 Identification of Urban design Site: Scenario 2 Fig.2.4 Identification of Urban design Site: Scenario 3
large linear commercial developments the visual axis extends all the way to
will also be housed in the northern the Kondapalli Hill Forest.
bank of the river as well. The potentials
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of this scenario are discussed below: The resultant chosen outcome for
• This scenario encourages linear and the SEED development location
compact developments housing the also considers the critical distance
principle growth corridor along both necessary between the Government
banks of river Krishna. Administrative core and the existing
• Secondary growth corridor will be Vijayawada city. This critical distance
aligned along the East-West axis allows to capture the synergies of the
engaging the cultural and heritage adjacency of the 1+ million population
destinations. in Vijayawada, but at the same time
retains enough distance to create a
2.1.3 Preferred Site Option new identity for the new Capital City.
Considering the pros and cons, both The natural direction of growth of the
from a design point of view and SEED development will help expand
respecting the aspirations of the and bridge the gap between Vijayawada
Andhra Pradesh Government, a revised and the new Government Core.
final option was prepared that captured
the desirable characteristics from the The waterfront between the SEED
options discussed earlier. development and Vijayawada will
become prime property once the first
Primarily, this option is a modified phase kicks off.
version of Option 1. The SEED
development focus is retained along It should be noted that although the
the southern bank of Krishna river. The SEED development land parcels are on
cardinal north-south axis will house the southern bank of Krishna river, the
the government core buildings. The land on the northern banks of Krishna
deviation from Option 1 is that in order river also needs to be developed
Fig.2.5 Final Chosen Option for the SEED Development Area to achieve the ceremonial and grand strategically as this will also contribute
quality of the axis, the government equally to the image of the city and
core functions will be distributed along the success of SEED development. The
this north-south axis with maximum Capital City Master Plan has allocated
concentration on the northern end. appropriate land use for the land on the
Neerukonda hill forms the southern northern banks of the river. Same holds
termination of this axis. To the north, true for the adjacent industrial and
other regional employment centers.
2.2 SITE CONTEXT, hills encompassing the only 100% prone
POTENTIAL AND island on the river. This unique setting
CHALLENGES gives the site an edge in comparison to 9
other commercial areas within the city.
2.2.1 Site Context The site is also well connected to the
city wide green network which provides
As identified in the Capital City Master the critical green for the SEED area.
Plan the SEED Development area is
located along the river front as per Topography
the chosen development scenario The site is largely flat as it is intentionally
described in the previous section (Refer chosen in the area which least prone
figure 2.6). The chosen site carefully to flooding and can be safeguard
responds to the surrounding context from any flooding risks with minimal
by establishing a unique identity that interventions.
sits along the river Krishna waterfront
amidst the scenic hills and cluster of Existing Settlements
islands. Three small villages exist on the
site today, including, Lingayapalem,
Natural Context Uddandrayanipalem and Tallayapalem
As mentioned, the proposed site is (Mandadam). The informal settlements
strategically located along the river occupy only 29.08 ha of land with an
Krishna waterfront amidst the scenic existing population of about 4,157
SEED Development Area
Fig.2.7 Location Map Fig.2.6 Site Context Map

people. The future land to be returned to maximize land efficiency by • There is also an opportunity to create
to landowners as part of the land expanding land towards the an iconic city gateway connecting the
pooling act, 2014 has been designated waterfront. Capital city to Gannavaram airport
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in close proximity but outside to the • The existing canal in the south-west within a 30 minute drive.
SEED development area. provides an environmental buffer
between the SEED development and 2.2.3 Urban Design
2.2.2 Urban Design Potential the rest of the city. Challenges
• The city level primary green corridors
As illustrated in figure 2.5, the SEED provide the opportunity to bring The proposed SEED development area
development area offers numerous people to the urban waterfront in poses minimal development challenges River Krishna
potentials for development. These the future. as it is largely a green field site along
potentials have been listed below: • The chosen site and island are the river front. The few development
ideal for urban development in the challenges posed by the site are listed
Transport Potentials immediate future as these areas are below:
• The SEED Development is strategically not prone to flooding. • The key development challenge
located and well connected to the is posed by the 3 small villages
larger city network with arterial and Development Potentials within the SEED development area.
sub arterial roads. • The government core suggested in These villages occupy about 1.74%
• The first bridge across the river the design brief is a potential start of the total development area,
on the eastern edge of the SEED up project for the Capital city. which cannot be utilized to its full View of the Island from the Site
development, which is already under • There is potential to dredge the silted development potential.
planning, will form the gateway to area to use for backfilling in order to • The existing bund is located at 250
the Capital City and provide access to create perennial water edge for the m (approx.) from the water edge.
the SEED Development in first phase. downtown. There is a need to realign this section
• The development will be supported • The land to be returned to the of the river bund to allow future
by future MRT corridors that have villages under the Land Pooling Act, development to engage with the
been planned in Capital City Master 2014 is planned in close proximity to riverfront.
Plan. the SEED development area, creating
• The proposed site is in proximity to unencumbered land for future The following chapters will tap on the
the High Speed Rail station which developments. development potentials of the SEED
provides national connectivity to the • The site’s proximity to river Krishna development to propose a detailed Views of the mainland from the Site
SEED development area. creates an opportunity to develop a master plan for guiding the future
• There is potential to maximize unique identity for the development. development.
dependency on public transport Table 2.1 Existing Land Distribution
by utilizing the proposed transit
Landuse Area (Ha) %
corridors as key development
corridors in the future. Developable Land 1449.29 85.55%
Village Settlements 29.40 1.74%
Environmental Potentials Island 182.13 10.75%
• There is potential to create an 7 km River Krishna 31.80 1.88%
long active waterfront along river
Water bodies 1.43 0.08%
Krishna within the SEED area. People of the Capital City
• The existing bund can be realigned Total 1694.05 100% Fig.2.8 SEED Development Today
3 VISION, CONCEPT
AND STRATEGIES
This chapter establishes the overall Vision and Goals that have been applied
to the SEED Development. These have been translated all the way from the
Capital Region, Capital City down to the SEED development.

1. Vision
2. Smart City Framework
3. Smart City Goals
4. Structure Plan
View of Krishna River from Manthana Sathyanaraya Arogyalam

3.1 SMART CITY FRAMEWORK
3.1 Smart City Framework

With the cities around the globe gearing up towards
12 becoming “Smart”, it is important to establish a clear
framework that will help to achieve this Vision. The
Government of India has recently announced their plans to
plan for 100 Smart Cities around the country, which includes
several State Capitals. Amaravati, the new State Capital of
Andhra Pradesh offers an excellent opportunity to realise
this target as it is mostly being built on a greenfield site,
with minimal constraints for development. Amaravati’s
vision has been established
as the “People’s Capital”.
Therefore, it is necessary
SMART
to finetune this framework
to achieve this Vision.
As such, the framework
that has been developed
consists of 6 Goals, 2 each
to respond to the 3 pillars
of sustainability. Another key factor that contributes to
the Smartness of a city is technology that cuts accross all
these goals. The masterplan allows for technology to be
integrated and as a result enhance the overall Smartness
to a next level. The 6 Smart Goals established specifically
for Amaravati have been elaborated on the following
page. This report will focus on how these Goals have been
translated from the Capital Region, Capital City down to
the SEED Development Masterplan and to demonstrate
their application within the SEED area.
THE NEW CAPITAL CITY OF ANDHRA PRADESH | URBAN DESIGN REPORT

3.2 SMART CITY GOALS
3.2 Smart City Goals

Jobs and Homes for All World Class Infrastructure
The first and most important goal for Amaravati is to generate jobs and Developing a state of art transportation network is paramount to any world 13
provide homes for all. People belonging to all strata of society, irrespective of class city. Whether it is roads, metro-rail or waterways, convenience of commute
their financial and social status, will be able to find a source of income and plays an extremely important role in the economic success of a city. This has
an affordable home within the newly planned city. The SEED Development been demonstrated in most of the successful cities around the world. Factors
will lay the foundation stone to achieve this goal. Hence, it becomes critical to such as the time required for home to work commute, airport to city commute
demonstrate how Jobs and Homes for All has been achieved within this startup has proved to help attract investments to cities along with adding the necessary
development area. Technology enablers such as cellphone and internet access help people search for convenience for the residents and workers. In addition to this, technology needs to be induced to extract
relevant opportunities and make this process very convenient for the residents and workers. Along with maximum potential of the hard infrastructure. Data analytics and inputs can help take the efficiency of
this, skill development programs will also help strengthen the economic base of the city by creating the transport infrastructure to levels never seen before. The SEED Development shall become a benchmark
necessary workforce. to achieve this for the rest of the city and region at large.
Clean and Green Efficient Resource Management

The inherent strength of the Amaravati site lies in its green existing environment. Smart Cities need to take the aspect of resource management to a highgher
The presence of the majestic Krishna river, several canals and village tanks, and level. Be is power, sewerage, drainage, water-supply, etc., not only do the
the greenery give this site a very unique opportunity to be developed as a Clean networks have to designed efficiently, but state of art engineering technology
and Green city. It is very important that this potential is exploited to the fullest. needs to be integrated to help improve the efficiency of the systems. Wireless
This will go a long way in helping to create a sense of place and ownership for sensors are now able to collect and transmit information from almost any
the people to voluntarily work towards maintaining this valuable asset of the object — for instance, roads, food crates, utility lines and water pipes. And the
city. The SEED development has been strategically chosen to take advantage of 7 km long waterfront improved software helps interpret the huge flow of information, so raw data becomes useful knowledge
along river Krishna. The macro level principles will be translated to demonstrate how this potential of the to monitor and optimize transport and other complex systems. Research has shown that the efficiency
site can be utilized to its maximum. Multi functional green spaces, not only for recreation, but also for payoff translates into big reductions in energy used, greenhouse gases emitted and natural resources
flood management and other infrastructure becomes the backbone structure for the SEED development. consumed. Computer enhanced infrastructure enables making better informed decisions starting from
the planning stage to the implementation and management.
Quality Living Identity and Heritage

All aspects of quality of life need to addressed in order for the users to The Amaravati site is blessed with several heritage and cultural centres in the
appreciate. Among the few important aspects include safety, convenience, immediate surroundings such as the existing Amaravathi city, Undavalli caves,
health, education, etc. The plan will adopt a model that will enable people Kanakdurga temple, etc. The proposed design will ensure that this aspect is well
to experience this first hand. Factors such as safe walking distance for kids to respected and integrated within the design. These elements are very important
primary schools, ease of access to senior citizens, or access to grocery shops for the existing residents within the Capital Region. To complement this, the
without having to use cars, all of these contribute to creating a big whole to achieve the desired quality SEED development will help create a modern image of the city that will blend well with the existing image.
of life. Technology such as mobile applications have helped make this aspect more tangible by providing The heritage and modern elements together tie up to create an interesting dynamic that in turn helps to
the necessary information at the touch of a fingertip. SEED development also adopts this framework to create a unique image of the city and also helps in promoting it as a tourist destination.
pioneer and demonstrate the Quality Living aspect.
3.3 STRUCTURE PLAN namely the Assembly, the Amaravati Amaravati Amaravati
Secretariat & the High court along Government Downtown Downtown
The following development strategies with the state ministries will lay Node Hospitality Convention Node Iconic Arts & Node
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are proposed, to translate the concept the administrative foundation Node Center Towers Culture centre
plan into the SEED Development for the City. It is one of the major
Structure plan: employment generator of the City.
Maximizing the potential of Transit Creating identity & sense of place

Corridors: through landmarks:
• SEED development is connected to • Secondary nodes along the
the rest of the City via two mass rapid waterfront provide opportunity
transit (MRT) corridors as shown in for special developments creating
the adjacent figure. vibrant waterfront.
• The primary development corridors • The proposed Convention Centre,
are aligned along the mass transit Arts & Culture centres and the
corridors in order to utilize the full central iconic downtown towers
potential of the public transportation form the modern skyline of the City.
network • The hospitality node along the
• A high density belt wraps around primary development corridor is
these corridors envisioned to house proposed complementing the Civic
maximum public activities at the Core.
ground level.
Seamless connectivity & integration
Transit Oriented Development Nodes: • The secondary corridors are
• The MRT stations within SEED form proposed such that there is seamless
the Commercial transit oriented movement towards the waterfront
developments (TOD). The primary from MRT stations.
nodes are: • These corridors also form the linear
1. Amaravati Downtown: The central parks of the City part of the flood
TOD where two transit lines mitigation system.
interchange forms the main high • The Undavalli axis corridor and the
density commercial Downtown arc host the BRT route. Primary Development Corridor
node.
2. Amaravati Gateway: The eastern Activating the Waterfront: Secondary Development Corridor
entry to the development is from • Public parks and the promenade

Primary Nodes
the Semi express way connecting along the waterfront helps bringing
Gannavaram Airport to the City. people closer to the waterfront Secondary Nodes
To mark a grand arrival to the • Integrating the island creates an
SEED development, Gateway node intimate waterfront section. Tertiary Nodes
is proposed with high density • Realigning of the bund to bring Active Waterfront
development. development upto the water edge
3. Amaravati Government Core: The helps in maximizing the potential of
three arms of the Government, the waterfront development. Fig.3.1 Structure Plan for SEED Development Area

4 DETAILED URBAN DESIGN
PROPOSAL
This chapter first presents the detailed urban design strategies for the SEED
development area. These sections are followed by the SEED master plan
proposal and landuse plan

1. Jobs and Homes for all
2. World Class Infrastructure
3. Clean and Green
4. Quality Living
5. Identity and Heritage
6. Proposed Massing and Skyline
7. SEED Master plan
View of the Kondaveeti Vaagu

Amaravati Amaravati Amaravati 4.1 JOBS AND HOMES Amaravati Downtown
Gateway Downtown Government Core FOR ALL • The Downtown is designed to be the
iconic high-rise development that
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As indicated in chapter 2, the proposed forms the central core of the SEED
SEED development area is located area.
within one of the prime areas of the • Spread across 68 Ha, it houses a
City. Being the City’s Central Business vibrant mix of commercial offices,
District, creating sustainable jobs IT campuses and hospitality
and providing a variety of lifestyle developments.
choices is one of the key goals for • The two parcels on the northern
the development. The master plan side that face the waterfront will be
translates this goal into implementable designed as iconic twin towers.
landuse plans. These plans and their
development strategies have been Amaravati Gateway
discussed in the following sections. • This grand commercial cluster
welcomes visitors and residents to
4.1.1 Jobs for all the Amaravati Capital city.
• Covering 45 Ha, it will create the first
Employment Plan impression of the Capital City while
The SEED area will cater to government accessing from the bridge across the
and service sector jobs in the long term. river.
The well planned job distribution, which
responds to transport and mass transit Mixed use Development
Offices/IT/Hospitality networks, ensures ease of accessibility. • 332 ha of mixed use developments
Business Park The plan proposes the following key with a 30-70% commercial
Government Administration strategies related to employment: -residential ratio induce vibrancy to
Mixed - use the development, and is planned to
Convention Centre and Offices Amaravati Government Core create over 245,000 jobs.
• The administrative Government • The flexibility of uses within each
Core, located on the northern tip development creates an opportunity
Fig.4.1 SEED: Employment Plan of the north-south ceremonial axis, for local business to flourish.
occupies 35 ha of land area and
is planned to create 62,000 jobs Together the Amaravati downtown,
62,000
Government Jobs
635,000
Non Government Jobs
government jobs.
• Besides the three civic arms, the
Assembly, the Secretariat and the
gateway and mixed use developments
create over 290,000 non government
jobs on 136 ha of land area.
High court, the government core
136ha 74ha 35ha 332ha also houses other state and national Business Parks
ministries, semi-government offices In addition to these key nodes, 74ha
and public institutions. It is envisaged of High tech business parks also been
to be more round the clock uses in proposed to create over 100,000 jobs
Offices/ IT/ Hospitality Business PARK govt Mixed Use order to retain vibrancy of the space within the SEED area.
Fig.4.2 Distribution of land use throughout the day.

4.1.2 Homes for all infrastructure and local businesses Golf Course Government Housing
more viable. Housing
One of the key goals of the development 17
is to provide a variety of lifestyle choices 2. Medium Density Residential
within the SEED area. • The proposed medium density
residential developments house
Residential Plan about 42,000 residents covering
Four residential typologies have almost 64 ha of land area. The medium
been proposed within the SEED density residential use encourages
development: mid rise multifamily public/private
apartments with common facilities
1. High Density Residential within its compound.
• High density residential clusters are • The maximum height of these
proposed along the Krishna river apartments is 8 storeys, resulting in
front, and along the linear parks densities up to 120 dwelling units
connecting to the waterfront. per hectare.
• These high density residential • About 30% of the medium density
clusters house almost 15% of the residential clusters are proposed to
total SEED population on 45 ha of house government employees and
total land area. their families.
• They primarily comprise of multi • The residual medium density
family high rise apartments with clusters are proposed along the
integrated community facilities. green corridors for enhancing the
These facilities include a common mid density luxurious lifestyle. Mixed use
playground, club house, car park, High Rise Residential
etc. 3. Low Density Residential Mid Rise Residential
• At a maximum height of 20 storeys, • 84 ha of low density developments Low Rise Residential
the development density of such have been planned within the SEED Habitations
developments would go up to area.
approximately 185 dwelling units per • The housing typologies proposed for
hectare of land. such developments include detached Fig.4.4 SEED: Residential Plan
• The design strategy is to propose high and semi-detached houses.
density development along open • These low density areas form
spaces in order to balance the heavy
built environment, and at the same
time capitalize on the scenic views of
the relief spaces within the SEED
development.
• Majority of the low rise
45 ha
High Density residential
64 ha
Medium Density residential
84 ha
Low Density residential
the river Krishna and islands. developments are proposed along
• Clusters of such developments the existing south western green 21% 16% 11% 45% 7%
are also planned along the transit corridor. The design intention for
and secondary corridors close these low density developments
to commercial centres. Thus, as a continuous belt is to create an
the high footfall brought by avenue like character to the sub- Low Rise Mid Rise High Rise Mixed Use Habitations
such developments will make arterial road along the Undavalli axis. Fig.4.3 Distribution of Residential Developments
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Fig.4.5 Mood Images - High Rise Residential Fig.4.7 Mood Images - Low Rise Residential
Fig.4.6 Mood Images - Medium Rise Residential Fig.4.8 Mood Images - Mixed use Developments
• Additionally, a high luxury villa development depends on the mixed- are planned above the commercial • Each settlement is planned • A number of vocational institutions
cluster is proposed on the island use typology which creates a 70- floors. within a different adjacent have been proposed along each of
in order to develop the island as 30% mix between residential and • The maximum height of 25 storeys context. Lingayapalem is close these settlements for promoting
lesser dense area. These are largely commercial landuses respectively. for such developments typically to the Government Core, local skill development.
supported with civic amenities in • Such developments are planned allows for 130 dwelling units to be Uddandrayanipalem is near the
close proximity. along the transit node to ensure housed in one hectare. Downtown core while Tallayapalem
• The maximum permitted height both vibrancy and vitality in the is located near the arts & culture
for such developments is 2 storeys commercial areas during non office 5. Village Residential centre.
which allows for 40 dwelling units to hours. • All existing village settlements have • The plan encourages redevelopment
be housed in one hectare. • In terms of distribution, these been protected in the landuse plan. of these areas into more planned
developments are distributed along These settlements form the vibrant developments for around 4,150
4. Mixed Use Residential the River Krishna Boulevard and green hubs of the seed development. residents. The redevelopment
• 332 Ha of land has been proposed along the down road to create a • They can also be treated as special character of each of the settlement
to accommodate over 60% of the vibrant development corridor. character places by conserving some could be conceptualized based on
residential population within the • As the first and second floor are of the traditional characteristics of the surrounding context for creating
SEED area. dedicated for commercial use, the old Amaravati city. a unique identity for each settlement.
• The mixed use residential clusters these developments activate the • The three village settlements, • The height of these settlements is
promote the ‘live, work and play’ street frontage. To ensure privacy, Lingayapalem, Uddandrayanipalem restricted to 3 storeys in order to
concept. The vibrancy of the SEED multi family residential apartments & Tallayapalem occupy 29 ha of land. create a uniform typology.

4.2 WORLD CLASS
INFRASTRUCTURE 1.5%
Expressway
River Krishna
Boulevard
Central
Boulevard
Downtown
Road
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Smart infrastructure solutions along
8%
with smart mobility are the underlying
goals for creating world class
infrastructure with in the SEED area.
5.7% Arterial
Downtown
The following section presents road

and public transportation strategies in
order to achieve these goals.
4.2.1 Road Network -

Efficient grid
24%
Sub-Arterial
The SEED development is envisioned

to be very well connected both within
and with the rest of the City. A grid
pattern has been developed using
several hierarchies of roads that
perform different roles and functions
as illustrated in Figure.4.9. Additionally 60%
Collector
as the SEED area is a special precinct,
certain road sections have been Semi Expressway
modified to create a special urban Arterial Roads
character. This section presents the Downtown Road
various road hierarchies proposed for Total Roads Length Sub - Arterial Roads
the SEED development. Collector Roads
Urban Expressways
• The urban expressway on the eastern 88km
edge of the development is the Fig.4.9 SEED: Road Network Plan
fastest link to Gannavaram Airport
from the City. It also connects the
development to Vijayawada City. Major Arterial Road Network Core and adjacent residential major vehicular traffic and mass collector road network
• This road marks the main eastern • Two major arterial roads, shown in developments. transit but also serves as the main • A large number of sub-arterial in
entrance into the SEED area and the red in figure 4.9, connect the SEED • The central boulevard entering trunk road carrying infrastructure. most cases align with the green
Capital City. area to the rest of the city. the development from south corridors.
• An iconic gateway bridge is proposed • The arterial road in the west serves provides fastest connectivity to the Sub-arterial Road Network
to celebrate this first entrance into as an important road for connecting downtown core by tapping on the • The sub arterial roads form a 1 to 1.5
the Capital City. This bridge also the Government core to NH9 in the urban express-way. km grid
plays a vital role in defining the north, and to the new proposed • The east-west arterial, the downtown • The sub-arterial network supports
City’s skyline and creating a modern airport in the south. It also acts as road, forms the main spine of the the arterial roads, and is the primary
identity. a buffer between the Government SEED development. It not only carries access to the city blocks through the
Downtown Gateway TOD Waterfront Downtown Botanical 4.2.2 Public transportation Gateway and Amaravati Downtown
Jetty TOD TOD Garden Jetty network are developments integrated with
transit stations.
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SEED development is one of the • A public open space has been
main convergence areas for high allocated adjacent to each station
traffic volume. Development of a well to enable smooth discharge of his
connected mass public transportation volume of people. These plazas and
will help in reducing the private vehicles open spaces also create relief spaces
entering the development. Thus, it along the high density corridors.
is critical for the SEED development • The MRT station integrated with the
to provide multi-modal mass transit iconic towers along the riverfront
solutions for a developing a sustainable forms a unique TOD, as it opens up
transport network. This section into the Amaravati Plaza.
illustrates the various modes of public
transport proposed for the Capital city Bus Rapid Transit Loop
and SEED development. • A Bus Rapid Transit is proposed with
the SEED development as a feeder
Mass Rapid Transit Networks system to the MRT lines. The BRT
• The mass rapid transit network loop thus taps on the MRT stations.
(MRT) within SEED development • The system also creates an
is part of the larger city wide MRT opportunity for bringing people
network. closer to the waterfront.
• Two transit lines enter the • It also connects all the civic amenities
Transit Oriented Developments development, and two other lines within the neighborhoods to create
High - speed Rail run along the development’s eastern a corridor which serves employees,
MRT Lines and western periphery. The transit visitors and residents alike.
BRT
Water Taxi lines are planned within the major • BRT stops are proposed at a walkable
MRT Stations arterial right of ways. distance of 400m-500m.
BRT Stops • A high density corridor is planned • The BRT corridor proposed along the
along the two transit lines entering River Krishna Boulevard is proposed
Fig.4.10 SEED:Transit Network the development. as a special character road. In this
• Seven transit stations are proposed road section the BRT runs on the
at a distance of 1- 1.2 km within the green belt along the canal.
SEED Development. These stations
provide an opportunity for transit
oriented developments.
12km 15km 7km

Transit Oriented Development:
• Number of Transit oriented
developments have been proposed
within the SEED area with a unique
character based on their setting.
• Out of the three key nodes, Amaravati

Iconic Canal Central Downtown Downtown
Tower Park Boulevard MRT Station Road
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Integrated: Downtown Core
Central 4.2.3 Character Roads street frontages as illustrated in the to support the city’s temperate
Boulevard section below, figure 4.12 climate.
The Downtown Road, Central Boulevard • As this road is located along • The canal edge provides for flexibility
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and the Rive Krishna Boulevard are the the center of the Downtown, a of spillage of activities like the
special character roads planned within vibrant commercial edge, housing temporary kiosks, alfresco dinning
the SEED development. The character restaurants, retail malls and offices, and local markets to create a more
of these roads is based on the function is proposed along this road. vibrant street life.
of the public realm and the adjacent • Wider footpaths have been proposed • The reserved right of way (ROW) for
buildings along these roads. to create a more pedestrian friendly the Central boulevard accommodates
street. a BRT corridor within the central
Central Boulevard • Building edge abutting the road is medium which will be replaced with
• The Central road serves as the fastest recommended in order to provide the MRT line once the Downtown
connection to the Downtown core a continuous shopping experience. matures. .
sharing the MRT corridor. The road Figure 4.11 illustrates the • The main entrance to the basement
terminates at the Amaravati Plaza. recommended active edges. car parks and developments along
Arterial Road
Active Edges • The design strategy for this road is to • Covered walkways and a continuous this road is proposed from the local
Collector Road create a grand boulevard with active tree line is proposed along this road access roads.
Fig.4.11 Active Edges along the Central Boulevard
Canal Park (50m) 50m Arterial Road
MRT Overhead
Connections
Basement Parking Basement Parking
Covered Outdoor Bicycle Service Bus-bays Pedestrian

Walkways Dining Area Canal Parks Lane tunnels Lane
Fig.4.12 Typical section for the Central Boulevard

River Krishna Boulevard • In order to maintain a human scale, flow of traffic. River Krishna
Boulevard
• The alignment of the River Krishna the buildings abutting this road are • The vehicular access to the
Boulevard is inspired by the concave recommended to have zero setback developments is from the local 23
profile of the waterfront. with a colonnade on the ground roads.
• The arc design helps in creating a floor. • Active edges are proposed at
distinct waterfront precinct which • Being a mixed use development the River Krishna Boulevard and
breaks away from the usual down cluster, the first two floors are Downtown road junction, and also
town grid pattern. recommended for commercial use. along the Convention Centre and the
• This road is anchored by the Hence, the recommended colonnade Arts and Cultural Centre.
Convention centre and Arts & Culture will provide a covered walkway for
Centre on either ends. the commercial establishments.
• The road section is designed to • The BRT corridor is proposed to
accommodate a canal park and BRT be part of the Canal Park making it
corridor as shown below. pedestrian friendly road.
• The design strategy for the Canal • Bicycle lanes are safeguarded within
Sub - arterial Road
Park is to create a vibrant community the right of way to promote a Active Edges
public space by proposing mixed sustainable mode of transport.
use developments along its central • Bus bays are also proposed within
stretch. the right of way to ensure smooth
Fig.4.13 Active Edges along the River Krishna Boulevard
Canal Park (50m) 40m Arterial Road
Basement parking
Arcade/ Outdoor BRT Community Park Service Bus Bicycle Pedestrian
Walkways Dining Area Tunnels Bays Lane Lane
Fig.4.14 River Krishna Boulevard
Downtown
Road Downtown road • To promote walkability, sustainable Collector road
• The downtown road is proposed as transport and an active street • The collector roads form a finer
the most vibrant street within the edge, wider pedestrian paths with 300 x 300m grid in order to create
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SEED development. canopies and arcades are proposed walkable city blocks.
• Despite being a major arterial within the 50m ROW as shown in the • These roads form the most intimate
road and the central spine for the section below. road sections that create maximum
SEED development, only a dual • Active edges are proposed along the interaction between building edges.
two road section is proposed in MRT station • The design strategy is to create
order to promote public transport • The Downtown road also doubles up numerous pedestrian friendly streets
dependency within the SEED its functions as the utility corridor within the SEED development.
development. accommodating main infrastructure • The finer grid creates more
• Since high density mixed use lines for the SEED development. intersections which supports
development are proposed along • Service tunnels are proposed under walkability within the SEED
the entire stretch, a human scale is the side walks and bicycle lanes. This development.
created through a podium tower ensures minimal interruption during
Active Edges typology. infrastructure repair works.
Downtown Road
Collector Roads • A compact road section creates an • Several infrastructure lines branch
interaction between the two edges out from this utility corridor to the
of the street. rest of the development.
Fig.4.17 Active Edges along the Downtown Road
Covered
Walkways
Pedestrian Service MRT Bus Bicycle Outdoor

Lane Tunnel Bays Lane Dining Area
12.5m 3m 7m 5m 7m 3m 12.5m Bicycle Bus Bicycle Covered

Lane Bays Lane Walkways
Fig.4.15 Typical section for the Downtown Road Fig.4.16 Typical section for the collector road

Amaravati Promenade Community
4.3 CLEAN AND GREEN Canal Parks
Plaza Park
• The linear green corridors along Wetland Canal Park Canal Park Park Canal Park Park Botanical Civic Civic 25
One of the key goals of the SEED the arterial roads will have canals Park Connectors Connectors Garden Axis Plaza
development is to showcase a modern running through them.
clean and green identity of the City. The • The canal parks are proposed as the
following section explains the various extension of the arterial roads in
strategies undertaken for the public order to create a wider public realm
realm to promote the green identity. and occupy about 53 Ha of area.
• Flood mitigation is a major concern
4.3.1 Public Realm Plan for this waterfront development.
SEED development is envisioned to The canals act as storm water drains
house the People’s Waterfront. Thus discharging water into Krishna River.
the design of the public realm plays a • Other than the conventional way of
vital role while designing this area. building a concrete canal, the canals
within the canal park are proposed
Primary Green: to be build as natural truffs with a
The main strategy for the green and blue softer edge.
plan is to bring people to the Krishna • Recreational activities are proposed
waterfront to make it a active and along its edge and also within the
vibrant space. Therefore, the primary canal. Island
Promenade
green networks from the Capital City • The canals will have crossing at every
extend through the SEED area till they 5 minute walking distance to create
reach the Krishna waterfront. a barrier free space. Primary Greens
• It can be treated differently at Secondary Greens
Civic Axis different places. For instance, some Pedestrian Paths
• Civic axis is envisioned to be a sections of the canal can be covered Neighborhood Parks
ceremonial axis, from Neerukonda up to extend the public realm.
hill extending to Kondapalli forests in
north. Community Park
• This 1.2 km green axis emphasizes • The arc is the special feature of the Fig.4.18 SEED: Public Realm Plan
the democracy and people development inspired from the
282 ha
friendliness of the City. It will allow concave profile of the river.
public to physically come close the
government buildings and enjoy the
grand 100m wide linear park.
• The Community park aligning the
River Krishna Boulevard becomes an
important feature that engulfs the Primary Green
69 ha
Sec Green &
20.6 km
Pedestrian Path
• This space is designed to be multi- central core waterfront area within Neighbourhood Parks
functional where large government SEED. This park covers about 16 Ha. 80% 6% 14%
gatherings and parades can also take • The River Krishna Boulevard section
place. illustrated in figure 4.14 further
• The axis will provide an explains the character of the park.
unencumbered view from the Chief Pri Sec neighbour-
Minister’s office to the river. green Green hood parks
Botanical garden Secondary Greens activated in order to bridge this gap.
• This site occupies a very prominent A pedestrian friendly CBD is one of • Areas on the islands that do not flood
location that will become a feature basic needs of the SEED development. have be earmarked for this purpose.
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of SEED development. In order to achieve this, an intensive • The low-medium density mixed
• Botanical garden, covering 101 Ha, network of pedestrian linkages is use development on the island will
is meant to be a City park where proposed. The secondary greens are provide for a vibrant promenade
various fauna & flora of the state basically the park connectors with aligning it.
could be showcased. shaded walkways. These align with the
• It can be easily accessed by MRT BRT routes, edging the downtown core
Botanical Garden Wetland Park
and bus within 5-10 minute walking and the waterfront promenade. Tertiary network:
distance. The tertiary network completes the
Park Connectors: pedestrian network.
Wetland Park • The park connectors connect the • The collector roads form the tertiary
• Wetland park is proposed to south western green corridor to the network connecting the primary
maintain the natural beauty of the waterfront parks. greens to the neighborhood parks.
waterfront. • The eastern and western edges of • The neighborhood parks are part
• Occupying 52 ha, it is imagined to be SEED are integrated with BRT while of the amenities cluster for each
a natural public realm where passive the central two corridors form the neighborhood that act as nodes
community activities like camping, back edge of the Downtown. along this network.
barbecue, jogging and bicycling are • These 20 km of park connectors are
Neighborhood Park Civic Axis possible. imagined to have more of local street
character.
Amaravati Plaza
• Amaravati Plaza is proposed as Promenade
one of the main destinations along • A 3km long promenade is proposed
the waterfront and is also the to tie together all the waterfront
termination of the Central Boulevard. activities.
Krishna Waterfront is where most of • The bund acts as the promenade,
the activities are concentrated. which is integrated with the
• Ghats are proposed celebrating the buildings.
Krishna edge giving a unique identity • The space and the activities of the
Park Connector Network Canal Park to the river. promenade change responding
• The plaza occupies 8 ha, and also to the various programs along
provides for a foreground for the waterfront making it the City’s ‘place
iconic towers and the downtown to be’. The waterfront section further
core. explains the different public spaces
determined by promenade.
Island Promenade
• Krishna River has a 2-3km wide basin
and so the interaction between two
banks is a challenge.
Fig.4.19 Mood Images- Parks & Greens Promenade • The existing islands have been

River Krishna Wetland Arts and Promenade Performance Amaravati Iconic Amaravati
Park Cultural Centre Centre Plaza Towers Downtown
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Note: Artist impressions are subjected to detailed design development Vibrant: Krishna River
Wetland Amaravati Botanical Civic Civic
4.3.2 Environmental Plan report (Part 2) also respond
Park Plaza Garden Axis Plaza Design Principles sensitively to the urban design
proposal.
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Micro Climate • These waterways act as important
• The north-eastern winds coming riparian corridors for preserving the
from the river Krishna will help in local flora and fauna of the region.
reducing the ambient temperature • The existing bund along the
for the SEED development area. riverfront retained and realigned
The parks and open spaces along as an important flood mitigation
the waterfront will contribute in strategy.
reducing the temperature. • A number of other sustainable
• This cool wind will then be funnelled infrastructure related strategies
into the various development including storm water management,
corridors which have also been sewerage and water supply will be
provided with water channels discussed in Chapter 6.
and tree plantations to create a
favourable ambience within the Landscape
development. • As discussed in Section 4.3, the SEED
• The funnelled air will flow into master plan proposes a number
the public plazas reducing the of primary and secondary parks
temperature and contributing to the creating a Green Image for the SEED
stack effect created by the high rise area.
buildings along the public plazas. • Large parks have been planned
Peripheral Green Corridor • The numerous pocket parks and open along the waterfront and greenery
Primary Greens spaces within the SEED Development is induced into the typical street
Pocket Parks will also contribute in creating a section as illustrated in Figure 4.21.
Bund comfortable micro climate.
Wind Corridors
• The SEED development is bounded Green Buildings
Wind - trapping Plazas
by waterbodies and city parks in the • The urban design proposal supports
northern and southern peripheries. and encourages development of
Fig.4.20 SEED Developments climatic strategies These help in reducing the over all Green Buildings within the SEED
pollution level from entering to the area. As it is an important catalytic
development. project, both public and private
developments should be encouraged
Water Sensitive Urban Design to be registered and certified with
• Water is a critical resource which in the Indian Green Building Council
abundance in the SEED development (IGBC) and GRIHA.
area due to proximity to the river. • The overall layout for the SEED
• The urban design proposal carefully area development supports Green
brings in water from the river Building developments in terms of
Arcade/ Outdoor Softer Edge Water Bus Service Bicycle through streams and canals. site orientation and other green
Walkways Dining Area BRT Chanel Bays Tunnels Lane Pedestrian Lane • The ABC waterways strategy features.
Fig.4.21 Typical road sections that contribute in creating a suitable micro-climate explained in the Capital City Master

• Golf course & Other large city parks
4.4 QUALITY LIVING Gateway
TOD
Waterfront
TOD
Downtown
TOD
These facilities will make the downtown 29
In order to ensure good quality living a vibrant destination for the city
standards within the Capital city, a set residents.
of public provision standards have been Primary (Public) Green Network
prepared at the city level, as illustrated Town and neighbourhood level Wetland Secondary Green Network
in Table 4.1. The SEED Urban Design amenities Park

Pedestrian Network Network
Pocket Park
proposal incorporates these standards The plan also safeguards land for town Waterfront Park
into the SEED master plan. and neighbourhood level civic facilities,
including:
City Level Facilities
As the SEED development area • 16 Ha of land is proposed for primary
houses the Capital city’s downtown schools, secondary schools and
and administrative government core, junior colleges.
special land has been allocated for a • 332 Ha of mixed use developments
number of city level public amenities which will include small crutches,
including: learning schools, community halls,
grocery stores, etc.
• International level Indoor stadium
Amravati
• Iconic City gallery The plan ensures wakability as most of
Plaza
• Performance venue these developments have been planned
• International Convention centre within 5-10 mins walking distance from
• Regional Hospital the transit stations. Transit Oriented Developments (TOD)
• A state level university and other Schools
higher education institutions Neighborhood Parks
• Botanical gardens Neighborhood Centres
1km TOD Catchment Area Botanical
Garden
Proposed Regional Level Facility Provision for the Capital city 400m Walkability Radius Civic Plaza
Vocational / ICT Institute 1 per 1 million population. 4.0 ha site.
Fig.4.22 SEED: Amenities Plan
Engineering College 1 per 1 million population. 4.0 ha site
Educational
Medical College 1 per 1 million population. 15.0 ha site
Facilities
Profession College 1 per 1 million population. 6.0 ha site
Nursing College 1 per 1 million population. 2.0 ha site
Health Multi-speciality Hospital 1 per 100,000. 6.3 Ha
Facilities District Hospital 1 per 250,000 population. 6.0 ha site
Sports & District Sports Centre 1 for every 100,000 population. 8.0 ha site.
recreation Divisional Sports Centre 1 for every 1million population. 20.0 ha site.
District Office 1 per 1 million population. 4.8 ha site
Civic facilities Police Line 1 per 2 million population. 6.0 ha site.
District Jail 1 per 1 million population. 10.0 ha site.
Table 4.1 Provision of Public facilities (Based on URDFI Guidelines) Fig.4.23 Examples of City level Public Facilities
Gateway Arts & Performance Iconic Downtown Regional 4.5 IDENTITY AND Iconic Towers:
Commercial Culture Center Center Tower Towers University
HERITAGE The two buildings along the central
Gateway boulevard abutting the Amaravati Plaza
30 Bridge Indoor Sports
University
Center
Assembly and
Secretariate
4.5.1 Landmarks are proposed as the iconic twin towers
Landmarks are proposed to create an that will help create a modern image
Convention identity and sense of place within SEED
Primary (Public) Green Network
for Amaravati. These will be the tallest
Center Secondary Green Networkdevelopment. Some of the important buildings in the City.
Wetland
City
Pedestrian Network Network
ones are below:
Park Pocket Park
Gallery
Waterfront Park
Gateway Bridge and Commercial:
Assembly and Secretariat: The first bridge that will be constructed
The two functions are proposed within and become the gateway to the new
one landmark complex that creates capital city is the one on the eastern
Iconic the main image of Amaravati City. This edge of SEED development. It is very
Bridge building cluster has been strategically important that this bridge is developed
positioned to represent the State as an icon and symbol of the new capital
Government headquarters. It offers city. Few parcels that will be visible
unencumbered views of the Krishna while entering through this gateway
river to the north, the Neerukonda will be developed as iconic towers to
hill to the south along the north-south mark the importance.
ceremonial axis.
Amravati
Plaza
4.5.2 Views and Vistas
City Gallery:
A gallery is proposed showcasing the It should be noted that each of
Landmark Buildings development history and the heritage the above mentioned landmark
View Corridors of the City. This occupies the nothern tip developments either offer a view from
of the ceremonial government axis and or to the development. For example,
also will become one of the gateway the Gateway Commercial and City
Botanical developments when the bridge to west Gallery can be viewed while entering
Garden of the SEED development comes up. the capital city, whereas the Assembly
Civic Plaza
and Secretariat will offer axial views
Fig.4.24 SEED: Landmarks , nodes, views and vistas Convention Center, Indoor Sports for the building users from within.
Center, Arts & Cultural Center, The important views and vistas are
Performing Arts Center: highlighted in Figure 4.24.
Few of these nodal buildings are
proposed as terminations of the central
and most important section of the
waterfront. This is illustrated in Figure
4.24. THey help in structuring the SEED
development and concentrating the
focus and importance of public uses on
the waterfront.
Convention Centre Performance Centre Arts & Culture Center / Library
Fig.4.25 Mood Images- Landmark Buildings

High Court Civic Axis Secretariat and State Ministries
Assembly
Note: Artist impressions are subjected to detailed design development Ceremonial: Government Core
Gateway Arts & Downtown 4.5.3 Tourism Plan 4 key categories, namely Waterfront
Tower Culture Center Towers tourism, Culture and Heritage, Nature
To U 9 The Tourism Plan proposes a number tourism, and Entertainment across the
32 nd University
Cav avali of attractions within the SEED SEED Development area, based on the
es
Development area. These attractions landscape offered. These attractions
To
8
Ka em
are connected to the City wide tourism have been strategically planned to
na pl
T
kD e
4 circuits which lead to the historic tap on the surrounding context and
ur
ga
Undavalli Caves, and Kanak Durga location within the capital city. The plan
Gateway temple in the east, Amaravathi Buddha capitalizes on the existing river Krishna
Bridge 19 Statue in the west and the Kondapalli and the scenic island by providing key
To Neerukonda
15 fort in the north (Figure 4.26). Tourism attractions along their waterfront.
16 developments have been planned in
Hill
3
1 13
2
18
14 20
17
Downtown
Jetty
Performance Iconic
Center Tower 5 6
Indoor Sports Convention 11

Center Center 12
7
Tourist Circuit To Amaravati
Botanical Botanical Civic City

Garden Jetty Garden Plaza Gallery
Fig.4.27 SEED: Tourism Plan
Fig.4.26 Capital City Religious Tourism Plan
Culture and Heritage Nature Tourism Entertainment Waterfront Tourism
6 City Gallery 11 Botanic Gardens 16 Indoor Sports Center 1 Amaravati Plaza

7 Amaravathi Buddha Statue 12 Civic Plaza 17 Convention Centre 2 Waterfront Promenade
8 Kanak Durga Temple 13 Linear canal Park 18 Indoor sports Stadium 3 Waterfront Iconic CBD
9 Undavalli Caves 14 Island Golf Course 19 Downtown Entertainment clusters 4 Iconic Gateway
15 Wetland Park 20 Luxury resort on the island 5 Downtown Jetty

Key Tourism Attractions
Waterfront Tourism Culture and Heritage Nature Tourism Entertainment
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The 7 km (approx) long river Krishna active The Capital City Tourism Plan focuses on preserving A continuation to the city wide green network, The tourism plan aims to provide a number of city
waterfront will be a prime tourist attraction and protecting all key cultural and heritage sites the SEED development area will also offer several level entertainment attractions for the residents
offering scenic views and attractive waterfront within and beyond the Capital city. The SEED nature based recreational parks and attractions for and tourists. These attractions will create a unique
parks and promenades. A wide spectrum of tourism plan connects to the various protected residents and visitors alike. These include Botanical identity for the Capital city. These attractions
recreation and entertainment facilities have been cultural and heritage destinations within the larger Gardens, Wetland Park, Civic Plaza and linear parks include the Performance Centre, Convention
planned along the waterfront, complemented by tourism circuit. Protection of these attractions also along the existing canal. Centre, Indoor Sports Stadium, Downtown
a range of waterfront hotels, resorts, F&B, service help in preserving the City’s local identity and Entertainment clusters and Luxury resort on the
and luxury apartments. culture. island.
Amaravati Statue Convention Centre

The famous Amaravati Statue is An international level convention
one of the key heritage tourism centre will provide MICE facilities
attractions in the city level tourism within Amaravati city.
Waterfront Promenade circuit. Botanical Gardens
A 7 km long active waterfront promenade The Botanic gardens planned along
has been planned within the SEED area. the riverfront shall exhibit the
This promenade will connect the various regions local flora and fauna, and
waterfront attractions. host outdoor public events.
Amaravati Plaza Undavalli Caves Civic Plaza Indoor Sports Stadium

Planned along the river Krishna The historic Undavalli caves, one of the The Amaravati civic plaza is planned along The indoor sports stadium will host
waterfront the grand Amaravati public important tourism attraction will be the waterfront at the termination of the national and international sports events
plaza marks the termination of the facilitated with interpretation and public ceremonial government axis, and will be and festivals attracting a large number of
downtown axis. facilities. used for national public celebrations. tourists from the region.
High Speed Iconic Gateway
Rail Gateway Development
Iconic Wetland
34 Bridge Park
Iconic: Amaravati Gateway

4.5.4 Waterfront spaces touch the waterfront. the island. This will require dredging the people can access. realigned and moved closer to the
Development of this section of river which can be water for the section to the north
2. Propose programs that offer more effectively utilized for backfilling 5. The strategy is also to retain a River Krishna Boulevard. This will 35
Krishna river is most important part public activities along this stretch and raising the platforms of the natural edge in most of the other help maximise the land potential
of the Amaravati’s heritage. Thus of waterfront such as Performance SEED development area. parts within SEED development. within SEED by adding more ground
one of the aim for the modern green Arts Center, Convention Center, etc. This is proposed to be more surface area for development.
Amaravati City is to celebrate the 4. The island that is part of the attractive by introducing functions
Krishna waterfront by giving special 3. Alter the profile of the island to SEED area will be fully developed like the Botanical Gardens and 7. Water public transport has also
focus while designing the waterfront. create an interesting dynamic with medium-low intensity Wetland Parks along the river edge. been introduced as one of the
The SEED development itself offers 7 edge by varying the width of water developments, thus increasing the key features that will allow public
km of riverfront. channel between the mainland and perimeter of the waterfront that 6. The existing bund is proposed to be to connect to several important
nodal developments using water as
Key Strategies means of transport. This could be
Botanical
The overall strategy is to maintain Garden Jetty both recreational and commuter as
public access to the entire waterfront. well.
This has been further enhanced by
adopting the following measures. The sections of the following pages help
1. Extend the urban edge for the SEED better illustrate the different treatments
development to the north of River envisaged for the waterfront.
Promenade
Krishna Boulevard so that the public Indoor Sports Center Golf Course
Botanical Cafes, Restaurants, Amaravati Performance
Civic Convention Center
Garden Boutique Hotel Plaza Center Jetty Arts & Culture Center Wetland Park
Plaza
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Car- Park Public Bund Promenade River Krishna

Connection
Fig.4.28 Activating the waterfront with bund as the promenade
Performance Open Air Bund Promenade

River Krishna
Center Amphitheatre
Fig.4.29 Bund as active public space

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Promenade
Car- Park Public Connection Bund Promenade Ghats

River Krishna
Fig.4.30 Bund integrated with the development

Amaravati Amaravati Hospitality Government 4.6 PROPOSED MASSING the building heights down towards the
Gateway Downtown Node Core
AND SKYLINE river, except for a few special parcels.
This strategy allows to maximise the
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views to the Krishna river and also
The skyline for the SEED development offers a pleasing and organized skyline
can be well appreciated from the NH9 view from the island and from the
and the two iconic bridges entering northern banks of Krishna river.
the City. A few strategies have been
adopted to ensure that this will be the Emphasizing the Arc
most iconic developments to serve as The River Krishna Boulevard has also
the Central Business District of the new been treated in way to help enhance
capital of Andhra Pradesh. its profile. The buildings that line up
the arc road on the southern side are
Varying Skyline proposed to have more continuous
The Gateway node and Downtown facades that will help accentuate the
Node are the high points. This is so profile of this road.
because these areas are designed
to have maximum development Transit Nodes
potential being close to high capacity Other than the above mentioned
roads, having frontage and visibility strategies, the nodes along the MRT
and also having excellent mass transit stations have been given special
connectivity. Whereas the Government consideration by allowing for higher
core and the villages settlements are density high rise developments to
25-30 storeys the low points. This helps create an capitalize on the potential of these
15-25 storeys interesting dynamic and breaks the MRT stations.
10-15 storeys monotony of the urban fabric to allows
5-10 storeys for a mixed density development. The proposed building heights that will
facilitate the realization of the above
Stepping towards waterfront mentioned strategies is illustrated in
Another strategy adopted is to step Figure 4.31.
Fig.4.31 Massing and Skyline
Amaravati Amaravati Hospitality Government

Gateway Downtown Node Core
Fig.4.32 Section showing the Skyline for SEED development

Gateway Wetland Arts & Performance University Downtown Regional
Tower Park Culture Center Center Towers University
Gateway
Bridge
39
Downtown
Jetty
Golf Course
Amaravati
Plaza
Iconic
Tower
Indoor Sports Convention
Center Center
Botanical
Garden Jetty
River Krishna
Botanical Civic Assembly and City Iconic

Garden Plaza Secretariat Gallery Bridge
Note: Artist impressions are subjected to detailed design development SEED Development Masterplan
4.7 SEED: MASTER PLAN solutions: The plan proposes smart
infrastructure solutions along with
The various urban design strategies smart mobility for creating a world
40
discussed in the previous section class Central Business District.
combine to form a comprehensive • To ensure good quality living:
landuse as illustrated in Figure 4.33. The SEED Urban Design proposal
The plan is proposed to create 635,000 incorporates ensure good quality
jobs and accommodates over 300,000 living standards into the SEED master
residential population within the SEED plan.
development. The strategies and • To create an identity and sense of
proposals for the landuse plan include: place within SEED development,
landmark structures are proposed
• To create a variety of sustainable • To promote culture and heritage of
jobs by devising an effective strategy Amaravati City: The Tourism Plan
for employment distribution. proposes a number of attractions
• To provide for variety of lifestyle : within the SEED Development area.
The plan proposes 4 main residential • To create a unique skyline for the
typologies for the SEED development City.
• To create for world class infrastructure
Table 4.2 SEED: Landuse Distribution Table
S No. Landuse Total Area (Ha) Percentage (%)

1 Business Park 39 2.30%
2 Commercial 47 2.80%
3 Existing Habitation 29 1.74%
4 Government Administration 60 3.53%
8 High Density Residential 45 2.63%
5 Infrastructure 11 0.64%
6 Institution 17 0.99%
7 Low Density Residential 84 4.99%
9 Medium Density Residential 62 3.69%
10 Mixed Use Developments 255 15.07%
11 Neighbourhood Centre 4 0.23%
12 Parks and Greens 331 19.56%
13 Roads 277 16.37%
14 Schools 14 0.82%
15 Special Use 119 7.01%
16 Special Development Zone 225 13.27%
17 Village Buffer 4 0.22%
18 Water 70 4.13%
Fig.4.33 Landuse Plan Total Area 1,694 100%

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5 PLACE-MAKING
STRATEGIES
This chapter presents the detailed urban design approach for the 4 key
nodes of the development. These nodes include Amaravati Government
Core, Amaravati Downtown, Amaravati Gateway and Amaravati Waterfront.
This description is followed by detailed recommendations for development
control within these key nodes.

1. Vibrant Nodes
2. Development Control Recommendations
Existing Green Spines within the Capital City

5.1 AMARAVATI • The frontage of the buildings facing such as canteens, coffee shops,
GOVERNMENT CORE the central green space are designed alfresco dinning, etc. in addition to
to be vehicle free. Vehicle access functioning as a park where people
44
The government core is probably the is restricted to the rear side not can spend their leisure time.
most important area of the Capital fronting the central green space.
City. It will house the seat of the state • At the same time, it becomes critical
government, which is the very reason • Physical barriers between the to maintain the security and allow
for the existence of the capital city. The government buildings and the green flexibility of the spaces to increase
Amaravati government core houses central park should be avoided as far security as and when required.
3 the 3 civic arms of the Andhra Pradesh as possible in order to allow people
state. Special design consideration to experience and be as close the The above strategies are illustrated in
4 has been given to this important government functions as possible. the adjacent figures.
5
government axis through the following Fig.5.2 Location Plan: Amaravati
place making strategies: • These green spaces can be used Government Node
2 for numerous F&B activities
6
Activity generating Active use like retail, Spillage of activities on to Covered Outdoor
uses at ground level restaurants, cafes the green space Walkway Refreshment Area
Access from local

1 7
roads
Legend
1.Assembly and Secretariat
2.Civic Axis Underpass to allow for
3.Civic Plaza seamless connectivity
4.High Court
5.City Gallery between Civic Axis & Civic Civic Axis functioning as park as well as
6.State Ministries Plaza the place for government ceremonies
7.Government Housing
Fig.5.1 Illustrative Plan: Amaravati Fig.5.4 Diagram illustrating placemaking strategies for Amaravati Government Node Fig.5.3 Artist’s Impression - Amaravati Government Node
Government Node
5.2 AMARAVATI • Vehicular access is discouraged transit and commercial node.
DOWNTOWN along the central boulevard as it is a • Small pocket parks will complement
Major arterial road. This also allows the city level green spaces to create 45
The Amaravati Downtown is the continuity of the active building breathing semi-public gathering
commercial heart of the Capital city. edges.
This area has the best access through • The buildings are designed to be 2
public transit. Therefore, the following integrated seamlessly with the MRT
4
strategies will help exploit maximum stations to allow comfort for the 2
potential: commuters. 5
• The buildings along the central • The landmark towers that are 2
1
boulevard are proposed to have illustrated in Figure xyz, will be
3
no setbacks and active uses such integrated with MRT stations so that Legend
1.Downtown TOD 6
as retail, restaurants, cafes on the commuters can directly access the
2.Downtown Commercial
ground storey. These will be allowed buildings from the station level. 3.Mixed-use development
to spill over on to the walkways in • The corners of the building at the 4.Central Boulevard 3
order to create an active building illustrated junction will receive 5.Canal Park
6.Downtown Road
edge. special articulation in order to
accentuate its importance as a Fig.5.5 Location Plan - Amaravati Downtown Fig.5.6 Illustrative Plan: Amaravati Downtown
No setback MRT Active use like retail, Spillage of commercial Active use like retail, Outdoor Bicycle Bus-bay
restaurants, cafes Refreshment Lane
restaurants, cafes activities on to the green space
Area
Access from Vehicular access Landmark Corner Buildings integrated

local roads discouraged for Towers articulation seamlessly with MRT
continuity of active to accentuate station
building edge transit node
Fig.5.8 Diagram illustrating placemaking strategies for Amaravati Downtown Core Fig.5.7 Artist’s Impression - Amaravati Downtown Road
5.3 AMARAVATI GATEWAY • This has been further enhanced by discouraged along the waterfront
carefully setting back the building to thus maintaining a peaceful and safe
6 This node will create the first impression create a larger green/public space in environment.
46
5
7
of the Capital City because it forms front of the building that allows one
the gateway to the city and SEED to appreciate the buildings. These These strategies are illustrated in the
development. It has been designed in will be active urban spaces with F&B, adjacent figures.
a way to create the necessary impact retail, and also showcasing open air
2 that one needs to feel while entering performances.
3 2 the Capital City. Following strategies • These spaces are seamlessly
will help achieve the above: connected to the wetland park and
Legend 2 • The bridge is designed in itself to the public waterfront.
1. Gateway Towers become a symbol of the city to • The rooftop of the podium building
2.Gateway Commercial 4 welcome the arrivals. will be visible while arriving from
2
3.Gateway TOD
4. School & Amenities
• Appropriate parcels have been the iconic bridge and is proposed to
5. High Rise Residential identified to be developed for house open to sky public activities.
Development the Iconic Gateway towers and to • Vehicular access is only provided
6. Wetland Park
emphasize the grandeur effect of through sub-arterial and collector
7. Gateway Bridge
entering the capital city. roads and vehicular access is
Fig.5.9 Illustrative Plan: Amaravati Gateway Fig.5.10 Location Plan: Amaravati Gateway
Building setback to create Iconic Gateway Open to sky public Access from local Iconic Gateway
larger public space Tower emphasizing activities roads Tower
grandeur entrance
Active urban F & B , Retail, outdoor Overhead
spaces refreshment areas bridge
Commercial Spillage of Activity generating Seamless pedestrian Vehicular access

Edge along commercial uses at ground level connection to discouraged
the public activities on to the wetland park
space green space
Wetland Park
Fig.5.11 Diagram illustrating placemaking strategies for Amaravati Gateway Fig.5.12 Artist’s Impression - Amaravati Gateway
5.4 AMARAVATI • The ground level of these buildings
WATERFRONT are encouraged to have direct access 1
from the public spaces. 47
The Amaravati waterfront is envisioned • The Amaravati plaza is a grand plaza
2
as an active public waterfront with city that will be a multipurpose space
level commercial and recreational uses. housing activities such as waterfront
The key place making strategies for the amphitheaters, traditional street 3
Amaravati waterfront include: hawkers, etc in order to create an
• Large public buildings are proposed interesting yet compatible mix of
Legend 4
to attract people to the waterfront. activities.
1.Convention Centre 5
In accordance to this, large public 2.Indoor Sports Centre 8
8 6
spaces have been designed to The adjacent figures help further Fig.5.13 Location Plan - Amaravati 3.Restaurants/ cafes
4.Amaravati Plaza 9
accommodate these numbers. illustrate these strategies. Gateway 7
5.Promenade
• The buildings and public spaces 6.Performance Centre
are designed to be barrier free in 7.Arts & Culture Centre
order to integrate the interiors and 8. Iconic Towers
9. Waterfront MRT Station
exteriors.
Fig.5.14 Illustrative Plan: Amaravati Waterfront
Activity generating Spillage of Barrier free Open to sky public Performance Amphitheater Promenade
activities Center
uses at ground level activities on to the public spaces
green space
Seamless pedestrian Access from Pedestrian Active use Promenade

connection to BRT station local roads bridge to island like retail, integrating with
restaurants, the building
cafes
Fig.5.16 Diagram illustrating placemaking strategies for Amaravati Waterfront Fig.5.15 Artist’s Impression - Amaravati Waterfront
5.5 DEVELOPMENT Views and Vistas:
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CONTROL Ensure significant vistas towards
RECOMMENDATIONS the river Krishna waterfront. View
corridors to be maintained without
The following section proposes a encroachment from several points
number of development control along the arterial and sub arterial roads.
recommendations that will ensure
successful implementation of the As discussed in Chapter 4, the SEED
master plan. These recommendations Master plan proposes 4 key nodes,
will help in achieving the proposed including, Amaravati Government Core
image and identity for the SEED area Amaravati Downtown, Amaravati
through the following key development Gateway, Amaravati Waterfront. The
strategies: development control recommendations
and plans have been prepared for these
Iconic City Gateway: special nodes.
Create an Iconic Gateway structure
earmarking the entry point for the 5.5.1 Development
Capital City from Vijayawada and the Control Plans
Gannavaram airport.
Building use Plan
Landmarks: The Building use Plan provides
Ensure key buildings are located at recommendations for development of
highly visible sites, to provide strong ground level public spaces within the 4
visual marker in the Downtown /Central key nodes. (Figure 5.18)
Business District.
Mandatory building edge
Building Edge and Use: The Mandatory Building Edge Plan
Ensure all the buildings abutting public ensures that all buildings abutting the
plazas and main transit hubs have a plazas and nodes are provided with
mandatory building edge with activity activity generating uses by proposing
generating uses at the ground level. a mandatory building edge along these
Outdoor refreshment area along the buildings. (Figure 5.19)
open spaces is encouraged to ensure
vibrancy in the plaza. Proposed Public Access Plan
The Public Access Plan identifies the
Pedestrian Connections: optimal ingress and egress point for
Ensure seamless pedestrian developments within the key nodes.
connectivity between the MRT stations, (Figure 5.20)
key commercial buildings and the
public spaces.
Fig.5.17 Urban Design Control - Concept Plan
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Fig.5.18 Recommended Building Use Plan Fig.5.19 Recommended Mandatory Building Edge Plan

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Fig.5.20 Recommended Public Access Plan
6 INFRASTRUCTURE
PROPOSAL
The immediate infrastructural requirements have been identified in this
proposal. This is to guide the future detailed studies and immediate action
plans that will be required to provide infrastructure for the Capital City Seed
Development.
These recommendations have been included in the Seed Development land

use master plan in order to reserve appropriate land space for infrastructure
development.
The key infrastructure proposals cover:

1. Roads
2. Flood Management
3. Water Supply
4. Waste Water
5. Power Supply
6. Solid Waste Management
7. Telecoms Network
View of River Krishna

6.1 ROAD The construction access road, which
INFRASTRUCTURE is shown in Fig.6.1, is proposed to run
along the existing Amaravathi Road
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There are five major road developments before connecting to the proposed
to be implemented in preparation of bridge along the proposed Semi-
the Seed Development:- Expressway and along the Downtown
Road Corridor to the Administrative
• Construction Access Road Core.
• Downtown Road
• Administrative Core Roads The section of the Construction Access
• Bridge and Semi-Expressway Road within the Seed Development
• Utility Corridor along the Downtown would be upgraded to the Downtown
Road Road upon completion of the Phase 1
development.
6.1.1 Construction
Access Road 6.1.2 Administrative
Core Roads
A construction access road is required
to start the construction of the Seed The construction of the Administrative
Development and gain interim access. Core Roads are to be developed
separately from the roads in the Seed
Based on discussions held with CRDA Development. These roads form part of
officials, a construction access road the Administrative Core Development.
is to be built along the existing roads However, it is recommended that the
connecting Vijayawada (from Prakasam plans for the Government Core be
Barrage) to the Seed Development and developed in conjunction with the the
the Administrative Core. overall Seed Development road design.
Fig.6.1 Proposed Downtown Road serving the Seed Development
Fig.6.2 Schematic Design of the Downtown Road cross-section (without Rapid Transit Network) Fig.6.3 Schematic Design of the Downtown Road cross-section (with Rapid Transit Network)
6.1.3 Downtown Road This road reserve width includes space Fig.6.2 shows a schematic of the An integrated Utility or Services 6.1.6 Follow Up Actions
for future expansion, space for Rapid Downtown Road cross-section. Corridor may be constructed within
A Downtown Road connecting the Transit Networks in the future, and the side tables of the road. By doing so, It is recommended that a Downtown 53
Seed Development to the existing road space to accommodate pedestrians, 6.1.4 Bridge and Semi- maintenance or upgrade works would Road study be carried out to study
network is required. cyclists, as well as public transport Expressway have minimal impact on traffic flow. This the alignment, topography, and
infrastructure such as bus stops and would also help developments connect construction.
A corridor for the Downtown Road has traffic signals. The bridge and semi-expressway east of to the services without affecting the
been identified in the Capital City master the Seed Development site is currently roads and traffic. As part of this study, the details and
plan as shown in Fig.6.1. It runs along In the initial stage, developments along being developed and constructed. The guidelines for the Utility Corridor should
the construction access road alignment the Downtown Road will not be of high timely completion of the bridge and The Utility Corridor should not be be developed to guide its construction,
within the Seed Development. intensity. However, it is necessary to semi-expressway is vital to support the developed solely along the Downtown as well as to ensure that space is
ensure that development along the Seed Development. Road Corridor; the schematic design allocated for the various utilities.
The Downtown Road is essential as it is Downtown Road do not encroach into needs to account for the extension
intended as the gateway into the CBD the road reserve. 6.1.5 Utility Corridors of the Utility Corridors to the As part of the study, the utility
core and the Administrative Core. ancillary infrastructure such as Water agencies and local authorities should
It is recommended that a study be The following services are to be Distribution Centres, Sewage Treatment be consulted so that the development
It is proposed to be located conducted to ensure that the proposed provided as part of the Downtown Plants, and Electrical Sub-stations. requirements for the Downtown Road
approximately 1km north of the alignment for the Downtown Road is Street development:- is safeguarded.
Vijayawada-Amaravathi Road / feasible, and to develop guidelines for • Water Supply
Rayapudi Main Road, and runs parallel the developments along this corridor • Sewerage
to these roads. Its approximate length to maintain the desired setback from • Power Supply
is 7km.As the Downtown Road will be the road reserve. • Telecoms
used as the main development corridor, As shown in Fig.6.4, sufficient space Table 6.1 CRDA’s Follow Up Actions for Road Infrastructure
the recommended road reserve width For the startup phase, the Downtown has been reserved for the different
is 50m. Road will be designed as a two-lane utilities within the Right-of-Way of the
Construction of Construction Access Road from Prakasam
dual-carriageway with a wide median. Downtown Road.
Barrage to Administrative Core / Seed Development
CRDA to construct the construction access road leading from the
1
Prakasam Barrage using the existing road alignments where possible
Construction of Downtown Road for the Seed Development
2 Design and construct the Downtown Road, including short-term and
long-term sizing of the road
Construction of Utilities Corridor and All Infrastructure within
the Downtown Road Reserve/Right of Way (ROW)
Carry out a study to identify key utility providers and their requirements
3
for the utilities corridor
Design and construct Utilities Corridor and all infrastructure along
the Downtown Road Reserve/Right of Way (ROW), taking into account
4
tapping points for the developers to connect utilities with minimum dis-
ruption to the road traffic
Design and construct all infrastructure such as utilities, bus bays, street
5
furniture, planting, street lighting etc
Fig.6.4 Proposed Downtown Road Cross-section indicating possible locations for services and utilities.
6.2 FLOOD MANAGEMENT 6.2.2 Flood Protection from
Kondaveeti Vagu
The Seed Development is located
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within the Kondaveeti Vagu catchment. Fig.6.5 shows the results of the digital
Kondaveeeti Vagu is a tributary of elevation analysis. Based on satellite
Krishna River, with a catchment area of imagery and topographical surveys, the
approximately 453 square kilometres. ground levels at the Seed Development
are higher than the reported inundation
There are two possible causes of level.
inundation at the Seed Development:
fluvial flow from the Krishna River and The satellite data / imagery is
runoff from the Kondaveeti Vagu. sufficiently accurate, and therefore it is
currently not possible to determine the
Based on historical data and past actual area of inundation based on the
reports, the maximum flood level of existing data.
Krishna River at Prakasam Barrage
(approximately 9km downstream of For the purposes of the Seed
site) is +21.7m above mean sea level Development plan, the recommended
(AMSL). platform level is +25m AMSL. This is
based on the levels of the existing
The Kondaveeti Vagu has a reported villages in the catchment, as these
inundation level of +20.0m AMSL during villages have not been affected by the
the monsoon seasons. This inundation annual, normal inundation.
occurs 2-3 times a year.
The platform level of the island is
6.2.1 Flood Protection proposed at a minimum of +26m AMSL
from Krishna River as the island would not be protected by
any bund.
An existing bund currently protects
the Seed Development from high The actual increase in platform
water levels from Krishna River. The levels are subject to a more detailed
existing bund levels within the Seed hydrological and hydraulic analysis of
Development range from +25 to +27m the Kondaveeti Vagu.
AMSL.
To further protect the site from
The Seed Development area is relatively flooding, diversion drains channeling
high, and slopes gently from west to storm water along the boundaries
east. Based on the digital elevation of the site into Krishna River should
maps provided by CRDA, the ground be provided. By doing so, the Seed
level in the highest ground in the west Development would therefore need
is +26m AMSL, whereas the lowest to provide drainage for its internal
ground is in the southeast area with an rainfall without allowing external flows
Fig.6.5 Digital Elevation Analysis of the Seed Development Area estimated level of +23m AMSL. through the site.
6.2.3 Follow Up Actions The proposed bund can be designed to transport of the fill material are to be Table 6.2 CRDA’s Follow Up Actions for Flood Management
the same level of the existing bund, and confirmed by CRDA in a detailed study
Based on the analyses, there are three subsequently, the existing bund section after the planning stage. Realignment and strengthening of Krishna River bund
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key actions to be undertaken to protect that cuts across the Seed Development Undertake a detailed study of the partial realignment of the existing
1
the Seed Development area from should be lowered to match the In addition to the dredging for the fill bund, so that more riverfront land can be retained for seed development
flooding:- platform level. This can be done after material, dredging works are required Design and construct the new stretch of realigned bund, and lower ex-
2 isting bund to platform level
the completion of the realignment to create the proposed water channel
• Realignment and strengthening of works. between the Seed Development and
Raising of platform levels for seed development & island
the Krishna River bund the Island.
• Raising of platform levels for the Raising of platform levels for 3 Carry out Dredging & Hydraulic Study to ascertain the availability and
Seed Development and Island the Seed Development and Island Construction of Diversion suitability of fill materials from Krishna River, and the environmental
• Construction of Diversion Drains Drains around the Seed and hydraulic impact due to a change in the river morphology
around the Seed Development The raising of platform levels for Development 4 Conduct a hydrological & Hydraulic Study of Krishna River and Kondav-
the Seed Development and Island eeti Vagu and Carry out Dredging Works to create Water Channels
Table 6.2 show the proposed follow up also ensures that the site would be The diversion drains running along the 5 Carry out detailed topographical survey of seed development to deter-
actions to be taken. protected from flooding events from perimeter of the Seed Development mine exact extent of area to be raised
Krishna River and Kondaveeti Vagu. This need to be constructed at the same time 6 Raise platform levels within Seed Development to +25m AMSL (indicative),
Realignment and strengthening also adds additional flood protection to as the raising of platform levels and the matching existing villages
of the Krishna River Bund the rest of the Capital City. drainage works. This would ensure that 7 Raise platform level of island to existing bund level (Subject to Dredg-
ing & Hydraulic Study of Krishna River)
the Seed Development site would not
The realignment of the bund is proposed A dredging study should be carried be affected by external runoff and also Construction of Diversion drains serving the seed
to support the plan to expand the Seed out to investigate the possibility of prevent inundation of the land further development, including outfall structures
Development area. The strengthening dredging Krishna River and to use the upstream. The drainage network Design and construct main drains and outfall structures according to
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of the bund alignment will also provide dredge material as for earth filling. within the Seed Development would Singapore or Indian code of practice (whichever is more stringent)
added protection from fluvial flooding. work independently from the drainage 9 ABC Waters features to be considered where possible
The feasibility of dredging, mining, and network for the Capital City.
Fig.6.6 Realignment and strengthening of the Krishna Fig.6.7 Raising of platform levels for the Seed Fig.6.8 Proposed Water Channel within the Seed Fig.6.9 Construction of Diversion Drains around the
River Bund Development and Island Development to be created by dredging Seed Development
6.3 WATER SUPPLY corresponding supply areas. A detailed
feasibility study has to be carried out to
There are no existing Water Treatment confirm the suitability of WDC location,
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Plant (WTP) and storage facilities for raw and sizing of the tanks.
water to serve the Seed Development
Area at the moment. The locations of the WDCs are shown
indicatively and is subject to detailed
Fig.6.10 shows the proposed design at a later stage.
Water Supply network for the Seed
Development. 6.3.4 Follow Up Actions
The infrastructure required to support Table 6.3 shows the proposed follow
the Seed Development consists of:- up actions required to develop water
• a Water Treatment Plant, supply infrastructure for the Seed
• Water Transmission Mains Development.
• Water Distribution Centres
There are three main follow up actions
6.3.1 Water Treatment Plant required to develop water supply for
the Seed Development.
The proposed Water Treatment Plant
(WTP1) is to be located approximately Construction of Water Treat-
3.5km to the west boundary of the ment Plant
Seed Development. The WTP should The proposed service zone for Water
be constructed in modules so that the Treatment Plant 1 (WTP1) covers the
capacity of the WTP can be expanded Seed Development. As such, WTP1
as and when required. will need to be constructed before
the completion of Phase 1 of the Seed
6.3.2 Water Transmission Development to ensure timely supply
Mains of water.
The water mains from the WTP will The ultimate capacity of WTP 1 has
be connected to the Downtown Road been estimated at 260 MLD. However,
Corridor. The water mains should for phase 1 of the Seed Development,
be as part of the Downtown Road the water demand is approximately
construction works. 15MLD. To ensure that there is
sufficient source of raw water, WTP1
6.3.3 Water Distribution will be designed to draw water from
Centres the Krishna River.
Three Water Distribution Centres, A detailed feasibility study will need

which comprise ground tanks, pumps to be carried out to confirm the
and elevated tanks, are proposed suitability of location before design
Fig.6.10 Water Supply Strategy for Seed Development to be constructed to serve their and construction. Based on preliminary
observations, WTP1 can obtain water standard within WTP1, the water will The Water Mains along the Downtown
by providing a water intake structure be transferred through the water Road should be laid at the same time as
further off-shore from the edge of the transmission mains and stored inside the road infrastructure. This will reduce 57
river. the WDCs. the disruptions along the Downtown
Road when there is need to expand
Construction of Water Trans- Construction of Water Distri- the water supply network. A detailed
mission Mains along the Down- bution Centres feasibility study will need to be carried
town Road Based on the initial projections, it is out to confirm the exact numbers of
estimated that a minimum of three WDCs required, the capacity of each
There is a need to develop water Water Distribution Centres (WDCs) WDC, and the suitability of locations of
transmission pipelines and storage are required to serve the Seed the water mains and each WDC.
facilities within the Seed Development. Development. These WDCs will need
to be connected to the water mains 6.3.5 Proposed Development
After treated to potable water running along Downtown Road. Phasing
Fig.6.11 shows the three development

Table 6.3 CRDA’s Follow Up Actions for Water Supply phases of the Seed Development Water
Supply Infrastructure, supporting the
Construction of Water Treatment Plant (WTP-1) design phase. The projections for the
1 Provide a Water Yield Study, taking into account the Polavaram and Pu- water demand for each phase is shown
lichinthala dams e.g.: completion timeline, capacities and apportionment in Table 6.4.
of water to be released into Krishna River
Undertake a detailed feasibility study for construction of WTP-1, taking In the initial phase, the first WDC and its
2 into consideration its location, water intake structure, water levels in water network would be provided close
Krishna River, possible dredging and realignment of Krishna River bund,
to the centre of Phase 1 development.
and proposed strategy for releasing water from the Pulichinthala Proj-
ect (Dr KL Rao Sagar Dam)
As the development spreads towards
3 Design and construct the new WTP-1 based on the feasibility study the east, additional water supply will
Provide a minimum water treatment plant capacity of 15 MLD for Phase-1 be required. Therefore, additional
4 of Seed Development, and 100 MLD by Phase-5 WDCs and its water mains would be
constructed subsequently.
Provide regular updates and details on the design and construction of
5 Reservoir R2, e.g. progress, timelines, etc
Table 6.4 Water Demand Projections
Construction of Water Mains along Downtown Road Water Service
Design and construct water mains from WTP-1 to the seed development Demand (MLD) Zone
6 along the Downtown road for connections to the various plots within Phase 1 11.6
the development WDC1
Phase 2 26.1
Construction of Water Distribution Centres within the Seed Phase 3 26.1 WDC2
Design and construct a min of 3 nos. of Water Distribution Centres
Phase 4 13.6
7 (comprising ground storage tanks, pumping stations and water towers) WDC3
for distributing water to the seed development Phase 5 18.3
8 The water distribution centre closest to WTP-1 to be constructed by Total 95.7 Fig.6.11 Seed Development Water Supply Network, by Phases:
phase-1 of seed development, and all 3 by phase-5 Phase 1, Phase 2 and 3, Phase 4 and 5 (top to bottom)
6.4 WASTE WATER This allows the treatment plant to be
INFRASTRUCTURE constructed according to demand.
The proposed Sewage Treatment Plant
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Fig.6.12 shows the proposed is to be located outside the eastern
Waste Water Network for the Seed boundary of the Seed Development.
Development. In the short term, the Its location should be selected based
Seed Development would require a on the future Capital City sewerage
temporary Sewage Treatment Plant network. The discharge point of the
to serve the initial development. The effluent of the STP is subject to further
discharge point for the STP is subject studies.
to further study, and depends on
the quality of the discharge and the Gravity Trunk Sewer
locations of the nearby outfalls. The proposed trunk sewer would be laid
along the Downtown Road to serve the
6.4.1 Follow up Actions developments along this corridor. As
The completion of the sewerage and the development expands towards the
waste water treatment infrastructure is east, the sewerage network would be
required at the end of Phase 1 of the ready for connection. Sewer manholes
Seed Development. will be constructed along with off-shoot
branch connections so that disruptions
There are two aspects of the to the traffic along the Downtown Road
infrastructure that need to be can be minimised.
completed by 2018:- Table 6.5 Sewage Treatment Projections
• Temporary Sewage Treatment Plant Sewage
• Gravity Trunk Sewer, including lifting Projections (MLD)
stations Phase 1 9.3
Phase 2 20.9
Temporary Sewage Treatment Phase 3 20.9
Plant Phase 4 10.9
The temporary Sewage Treatment Plant
Phase 5 14.6
would be constructed by modules.
Total 76.6
Table 6.6 CRDA’s Follow Up Actions for Water Supply
Construction of Temporary Sewage Treatment Plant

Design and construct a temporary sewage treatment plant outside the
1 boundary of the Seed Development, with minimum capacity of 12 MLD for
Phase-1 of Seed Development, and 80 MLD for Phase-5
Construction of Gravity trunk sewer along the
Downtown Road of Seed Development
Design and construct trunk sewer along the Downtown Road of the
2 Seed Development to the temporary STP for sewer connections from
various plots of the development, including sewage lifting stations
Fig.6.12 Waste Water Strategy for Seed Development
6.5 SOLID WASTE Solid Waste Management Facility in Integrated Solid Waste Man-
MANAGEMENT Naidupet, Guntur. The site is an existing agement Facility
landfill. 59
Provision for solid waste management There is also a need to carry out a
in the Seed Development is not Fig.6.13 shows the possible routes feasibility study and design for the
heavily reliant on hard infrastructure, from the Seed Development to proposed ISWMF in Guntur.
and is more dependent on the soft Naidupet. Further studies are required
infrastructure and logistics, namely the to determine the suitability of these As part of this study, the future solid
provision of a solid waste collection routes. waste collection system should be
system for the new Capital City. considered, and integrated as part of
Waste from the Seed Development is the development of this facility. This
To support the collection of solid to be sent directly to the Integrated would ensure that the proposed solid
waste, the trunk roads within the Seed Solid Waste Management Facility in the waste collection system in the Seed
Development need to be connected short term. A site for a Transfer Station Development is compatible with the
to the external Integrated Solid Waste TS-1 has been provided in the master operations in the ISWMF.
Management Facility. plan in the event that a transfer point
is required by the City in the long term.
There are plans to provide an Integrated
Table 6.7 CRDA’s Follow Up Actions for Solid Waste Management
Solid Waste Collection System

Provide a modern waste collection system based on international stan-
1 dards and proposals set out by the Solid Waste Framework for Andhra
Pradesh
Design and construct bin centres within the Seed Development with the
2 capacity of 20 Tons/d (Phase-1) up to 180 Tons/d (Phase-5)
Design and construct arterial roads connecting the Seed Development

3 to the external landfill or proposed Integrated Solid Waste Manage- Fig.6.13 Possible Routes to the Solid Waste Treatment Facility in Guntur
ment Facility
Integrated Solid Waste Management Facility
6.5.1 Follow Up Actions study identifying suitable collection
systems and possible technologies and
Carry out feasibility study, detailed design and construction of an Inte- Table 6.7 shows the proposed follow their implementation be carried out for
4 grated Solid Waste Management Facility in Vijayawada with Waste-to-En- up actions as part of the start up the Seed Development. For example,
ergy (WTE) plant, engineered landfill, etc. works required to develop the Seed pneumatic collection systems may be
Provide landfill site as a temporary measure during the construction Development area. considered for high-rise developments
5 period of the integrated solid waste management facility in the Capital City. This is to be studied
Solid Waste Collection System in the upcoming Smart Infrastructure
Provide Regular Updates regarding the progress of the integrated solid A modern waste collection system is Master Plan.
6 waste management facility in Vijayawada required to serve the Seed Development.
It is recommended that a detailed
6.6 POWER SUPPLY City boundary is a viable option.
NETWORK
TRANSCO should be engaged further
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6.6.1 Diversion of during the Smart Infrastructure Master
Existing Overhead Plan to further develop this proposal.
UHV Power Lines
Meanwhile, for the purposes of this
There are existing overhead Ultra High study, the alternative diversion, as
Voltage power lines running through shown in Fig.6.14, is proposed. This
the Seed Development area, which forms the initial basis for the power
pose constraints to the development. supply to the Seed Development.
The diversion of the existing overhead 6.6.2 Construction of Sub-

UHV power lines is required to provide stations and Power
unencumbered land during the Supply Network
development of the Seed Development
and the Administrative Core area. There is a need to develop a
transmission network within the Seed
The existing alignments were provided development down to the 132/33kV
as a reference for planning, and as such, transmission network.
a detailed feasibility study will need to
be carried out to confirm the actual Based on the initial projections, it
alignment of the existing power lines, is estimated that 3 nos of 132/33kV
before determining a suitable diversion substations are required in the Seed
route. Development.
Based on preliminary studies, a suitable As previously discussed, the source of

route is proposed around the western the Seed Development power supply
boundary. This would not only serve network is the proposed 220/132kV
Fig.6.14 Proposed Diversion of Overhead Power Lines around the Seed Development the Capital City, but to also ensure the transmission station located in the
continuity of the existing transmission southwest corner of the site.
lines.
Cabling to the start-up phase should be
There would need to be a new done using underground cables along
crossing across Krishna River, as the proposed utility corridor from the
shown in Fig.6.14. However after pre- main transmission substation to the
consultations with the authorities, this smaller substations.
would be done preferably via overhead
transmission cables rather than using The provision of the smaller 132/33kV
submarine cables. substations would be provided
according to the development phasing.
TRANSCO has indicated that the
Fig.6.15 Existing Overhead Power Lines around the Seed Development complete diversion around the Capital
6.6.3 Follow Up Actions design phases. In the initial phase, a
sub-station would be provided close to Phase 1 Phase 2
Table 6.8 shows the proposed follow the centre of the development. 61
up actions required to support the
development efforts in the initial phase. Subsequent developments towards the
east would generate more demand,
6.6.4 Proposed Development which in turn would require additional
Phasing sub-stations to be constructed. These
may be provided according to demand.
Fig.6.16 shows the five development Based on the preliminary estimates,
phases of the Seed Development Power three 132/33kV substations are required
Supply Infrastructure, supporting the to serve the Seed Development.
Table 6.8 CRDA’s Follow Up Actions for Power Supply
Diversion of Existing Overhead UHV Power Lines Phase 3 Phase 4

Carry out a detailed feasibility study for the diversion of the existing
1 overhead cables within the seed development area, and provide a short
term strategy to realign these outside the site
Study the alternative of using submarine and underground cables as

2
an option for continuing the power cables through the site
Coordinate with TransCo to divert existing UHV overhead power lines

3
within the Seed Development Area to the west of its boundary
Design & Construction of Transmission Substations and Network

Design and construct 1 no. of 220/132kV transmission substation out-
4
side the Seed Development
Design and construct 3 nos. of 132/33kV transmission substations Phase 5
5 Power De-
within the Seed Development 220/132 132/33 33/11
Design and construct underground HV transmission network from mand Projec-
kV kV kV
6 220/132kV transmission substation & 132/33kV substations for the tion (MW)
Seed Development Phase 1 60.6 1 2
Design and construct all power distribution substations and network Phase 2 78.6 3
7 up to 33/11kV Substations within Seed Development, including laying of 1
Phase 3 96.2 1 3
underground 11kV cables
Phase 4 99.9 3
Power Supply 1
Phase 5 63.2 2
Provide at least 70 MW power supply for Phase 1, and 400 MW by
8 Total 398.5
Phase-5 of Seed Development
Table 6.9 Power Demand and the Substations to be built to serve
Fig.6.16 Seed Development Power Supply Network, by Phases each Phase
6.7 TELECOMS NETWORK 6.7.1 Follow Up Actions
Provision of Telecoms Network within Table 6.10 shows the proposed follow
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the Seed Development is necessary to up actions required to develop the
support the ICT Infrastructure within telecommunications network within
the Capital City. the Seed Development area.
After consultations with the local Engage and Coordinate with

agencies and service providers, it Service Providers for the pro-
was determined that provision of the vision of Telecom Cables within
telecommunications network in the the Seed Development
Seed Development is possible.
Space have been reserved within the
The service providers can provide the Road Reserve to accommodate the
cables and connections. However, provision of conduits for the laying of
conduits will need to be provided by the telecom cables.
Job Creation and Investment Partners
(JCIP) of the Seed Development. The service providers should be
engaged during the construction phase
These conduits would need to be of the Seed Development to coordinate
provided as part of the road network the provision of these services so
within the Seed Development. that they would be in place upon the
completion of the development.
It is recommended that the service
providers are engaged during the Smart Provision of Land Use data to
Infrastructure Master Plan currently the Service Providers
being tendered by the Government of
Andhra Pradesh. To assist the service providers in
estimating the requirements of the
Seed Development, it is recommended
that the GoAP share the land use data
with the service providers.
Table 6.10 CRDA’s Follow Up Actions for Telecoms Network
Telecoms Network
Engage and Coordinate with Service Providers for the provision of Tele-
1
com Cables within the Seed Development
Provision of Land Use data to the Service Providers for their estimation
2 of services requirement by the Seed Development
Fig.6.17 Proposed Telecom Network
6.8 PROJECTED TIMELINE
FOR THE COMPLETION
OF WORKS 63
Based on the infrastructure plans

discussed in the previous sections, a
preliminary timeline for the proposed
works have been estimated. The Seed
Development Phase 1 is estimated to be
completed by mid 2018. The proposed
infrastructure needs to be ready to
support the Phase 1 developments,
while taking into account the need for
expansion in the future phases.
Fig.6.18 shows the estimated timeline

for the infrastructure works for the
Seed Development. The timelines
shown are tentative, subject to
further consultations with the local
authorities, service providers, and
other stakeholders.
While this forms the basis of the

estimation of work and future studies,
it is highly recommended that these
timelines are reviewed in the Smart
Infrastructure Master Plan, and that
the stakeholders are engaged, so
that the timelines can be met, or
where required, reviewed to suit the
development plans.
It is important to note that the

development of all infrastructure,
utilities, landscaping and construction
within the Amaravati Administrative
Core are to be done by CRDA. The
development of these plans should Fig.6.18 Preliminary Timeline for the Infrastructure Development Works to Support Seed Development Phase 1
be done in conjunction with the
development of infrastructure for the
Seed Development.
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7 INDUSTRIAL
STARTUP PLAN
In order to create local employment opportunities, and kick start immediate
economic growth, this chapter presents the proposed industrial startup
area for the Capital City.

1. Site Analysis
2. Approach
3. Planning Parameters
4. Urban Design Proposal
5. Infrastructure Plans
Existing Workforce within the Capital City

7.1 INTRODUCTION proposed Amaravati administrative
government core and the proposed
Further to the Broad Economic SEED Development. It is also near to the
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Positioning Study, Capital City Master existing Thullur settlement. It enjoys
Plan and Zoning Plan, a detailed excellent accessibility and connectivity
Master Plan has been proposed for as it abuts an important expressway
the Industrial Start-Up area (112 ha) directly linked to Vijayawada city, once
to illustrate the physical planning the 2nd bridge along the eastern edge
intention at cluster level and to move of the administrative government
steps closer to implementing the core is constructed. Location wise, it is
Capital City ‘Amaravati’. The preliminary strategically placed within the Capital
layout has to be revised and updated City Phase 1 area and accessible
according to the detailed market to the surrounding Residential,
study and other relevant economic, Commercial, Educational Institutions
topographical & environmental and Recreational facilities. As industrial
surveys. Further detailed infrastructure development will be an important
and transportation studies have to be catalyst in the Startup phase of the city, Industrial Start up Area
conducted at the detailed planning a number of industrial parcels have
stage of the study. been identified within the Phase – 1 of
the Capital City. (Refer to Figure 7.1)
As the Industrial landscape of the Capital
City is dynamic, four land parcels (Total: TOPOGRAPHY
112 ha) have been identified based on The site is relatively flat i.e above
the following strategies, the 25m MSL which means that
• To create immediate job opportuni- development could easily commence
ties with minimal earthworks. The only
• To support & complement the de- encumbrances within the site will be
velopment of Amaravati capital city the overhead High Tension Power
& the SEED Development lines cutting across the site which is
• To integrate the Industrial start up earmarked for diversion within the near Fig.7.1 Location of the proposed Industrial Start-UP
infrastructure with the Capital City/ short term. Minimal land preparation in
SEED Development level Infrastruc- terms of earthworks would mean lower will act as a prominent road for goods roads and to the seed development, PHYSICAL BARRIERS
ture facilities & Network construction cost and fast delivery. travelling from this industrial Start- only large established industries will be The presence of existing overhead
• To provide employment opportuni- Up area to Vijayawada as well as located here where they are prepared power lines traveling across the site
ties, especially for the existing local CONNECTIVITY the existing National Highway 5 and to construct and invest in a good factory will pose a technical constraint in the
work force The industries identified for this Start-up National Highway 9. building with quality architectural short term. The constraint is that no
zone are the Clean & Green Industries, expression. This translates into a higher development is to be allowed under
7.2 SITE ANALYSIS the activities of which are compatible Internal industrial roads (31m wide) land premium for those plots with these lines and a 15m buffer setback
with the surrounding land uses. This have been proposed to establish a well- good road frontages for visibility and is required. The timing of the diversion
PROXIMITY & ACCESSIBILITY Start-Up area is well connected by the connected road network that will link prominence. In long term, it will be of these High tension lines is crucial
The proposed Industrial Start-Up proposed Expressway, Arterial, Semi- the development with the external road served by City Level MRT lines as well. so that the constraints could be
development of (112 ha) is located Arterial and Collector Roads. In the network seamlessly. As these industrial removed/diverted prior to the physical
in close proximity and to the west of long term, the proposed expressway plots have good frontage to major development of the Start-Up phase.

7.3 OBJECTIVES The layout of this master plan The target industries and the value
adheres to the operational efficiency chain of each cluster for the Industrial
At a more micro level, the proposed in terms of proper utilization of the Start-Up shall be studied further by Well connected by: 67
Industrial Start-Up development seeks social & infrastructure facilities, the relevant agencies/ companies Expressway
to achieve the following: industrial clustering & parcellation, considering the global and regional Arterial
• To create a conducive and unique transportation/infrastructure trends, the local strengths and Sub-Arterial
work place within a park-like setting practicality, the saleability ratio and the resources. Further, a review of existing Collector Roads
• To provide a venue for the develop- environmental consideration. and proposed stakeholders shall Future MRT Lines
ment of a range of industrial lands be undertaken through on-ground
and building 7.4 OVERALL APPROACH interactions to gather feedback towards
• To provide some Ready Built Facto- formulating an effective development
ries (RBFs) to meet the needs of in- 7.4.1 INDUSTRIAL CLUSTER strategy for the Industrial development
dustrialists requiring factory build- The strategy for the location of the including this Start-Up area.
ings for quick start ups various clusters is important. The
• To provide fully prepared industri- location of these various cluster shall be Please refer to the capital city Zoning
al plots of varied sizes to meet the guided and influenced by the following Plan guidelines for more details on
needs of potential industrialists. In factors: permissible and conditional activities.
addition, the subdivision of these
land parcels will have in-built flexibil- • The nature of their operations The purpose of safeguarding the land
ity for amalgamation and subdivision • Their accessibility and infrastructure for other general light industries is to
as and when is required to meet the requirements within the develop- create immediate job opportunities
different needs from customers. ment taking into consideration the and for various investment attractions
• To provide more road frontages for operations peculiar to a cluster to kick start the growth of the new
the maximum number of lots possi- • The possibility of the industrial clus- capital city. The overall safeguarded
ble to enhance visibility and value of ters developing in tandem with the land use area is 112 ha. Fig.7.2 Site Compatibility & Connectivity
land. development program for infrastruc-
• To provide the necessary conveni- ture
ences to tenants and visitors by care- • Operational compatibility Landuse Area (Ha) %
fully planning public open spaces, • The integration of these clusters
Electronics, F&B and other General 72.0 64%
link-ways and community facilities with the future developments of the
Light
like the amenity centres, fire stations adjacent areas
etc. Logistics 6.0 5%
As specified in the capital city Zoning Amenity Centres & Fire Station 3.0 3%
PLANNING CONCEPT Plan, only the Clean and Green
The industrial layout was prepared industries are allowed. Red industries Open Space 9.0 8%
after due consideration of the various are prohibited. Industrial start-up
industrial clusters, key components, development shall accommodate key Roads 17.0 15%
site constraints and opportunities, the industrial clusters such as Electronics/
Utilities 5.0 4%
zoning intention and the necessary Hardware, Food & Beverages, Printing
Infrastructure & Transportation & Packaging and other clean general
Total 112.0 100%
network to accommodate the needs of light industries. These industrial
the future tenants. clusters will be supported by Logistics Table 7.1 Overall Land Use areas for the Industrial Start-Up area Fig.7.3 Land Parcels safeguarded for the Industrial Start-Up
and warehouse facilities. development
provided to promote cycling/ walking 2. Lot Sizes/Configuration
to work. The two other important Even though the development has
factors that determine the layout of an overall parcellation plan, there is a
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development plan, particularly relating need to be flexible to alter the size of
to the spatial criteria for the major land individual lots as and when needed.
uses, are the clustering and lot size/ This has to be done without many
configuration allocation principles. amendments to the overall road or
infrastructure layout. The general
The projected worker populations as framework has to remain intact.
derived from the master plan indicate There is a need to be flexible as the
that an approximately 11,000 industrial industrial start-up has to recognize that
jobs will be created by Year-2020. The plots for industrial development are
proposed layout shown in Figure 7.4 & highly dependent on the operational
Table 7.1 comprise of more than 70% requirements of the target industries.
saleable land.
Generally, potential locators prefer
1. Clustering to select prominent locations and
The main principle that guided the rectangular sites to closely meet their
layout for the industrial start-up is the factory design and requirements. The
clustering of the different industrial resultant parcel pattern may deviate
clusters and Building types. By having significantly from the original master
focus industries identified within the plan design and seriously damage
proposed development, anchor tenants the functional and environmental
will correspondingly attract other qualities embodied in the plan’s design.
supporting industries within the same Infrastructure and utility provisions may
value chain. The grouping of these also have to be completely redesigned
industries to achieve the clustering and re-planned.
effect is based on:
It is difficult to establish at the onset
• Locating similar industrial types to- the optimal size plots for all purposes,
Fig.7.4 Broad Land Use Plan gether will allow the sharing of com- as the tenant’s requirements are often
As illustrated in Figures 7.2 & 7.3, mon facilities including logistics & not known at the planning stage.
the Industrial plots are seamlessly warehouses and to have linkages in However, this uncertainty can be
connected with surrounding land uses productions. overcome by incorporating flexibility
by compatible activities, efficient road • Strong synergy between similar in- into the parcellation plan so that two
connectivity, the shared infrastructure dustries to support each other, if or three smaller modular plots can
and pedestrian friendly links. This the sizes of these sub-zones are ad- be amalgamated and the plots can be
pedestrian friendly network of equately large to create an optimal subdivided. Figure 7.5 refers.
interactive spaces is envisioned to critical mass. Once this is achieved,
provide possibilities for maximum it is easier for the related institutions The parcellation plan has a fair amount
human interactions. In order to further to set up in close proximity to these of in built flexibility to cope with the
promote an eco-friendly environment, clusters. specific requirements from the future
Fig.7.5 Flexible Subdivision footpaths and cycle paths are to be industrial tenants within the start-up

phase. The planned plot sizes range and medium size industries. situated along the prime sites so that
from 0.5 ha to 2.0 ha. Generally, about the high-tech image of the start-up
50% of the plots are within the popular The typical lot size for standard factories area can be projected and maintained. 69
size range of between 0.5 ha to 1.0 ranged from 0.4 ha to 0.8 ha. The floor
ha. Thus, the parcellation plan is used height ranges from 3.4m to 6.0m. 7.4.2 GREEN NETWORK
as a guide with in-built flexibility for Figure 7.8 illustrates a typical layout of
amalgamation of 2 or more parcels standard factory. Good quality working and living
together or subdivided into smaller environment can be created through
plots of 0.5 ha. It is recommended that The other consideration for parcellation forward planning and strategic
plots smaller than 0.4 ha or 1 acre should is also the need for the development to distribution of green public open
be discouraged. The demand by SMEs cater for: spaces within the industrial start-up
for these small plots can be satisfied by • Both big and small investors with area of Amaravati. The designation of
providing ready built factories or high plot sizes ranging from as small as these public open spaces has to be at
rise flatted factories. Figures 7.6 & 7.7 0.5 ha to 2 ha. the appropriate locations and at right
refer Parcellation plans. • Some of the smaller plots (less than sizes with respect to the catchment
0.8ha or 2 acres) are meant for the served to be meaningful and effective.
Besides offering land plots with full prototype ready built factories
infrastructure/utility services within • Other key objectives in parcellation As illustrated by the green plan (see
industrial plots for direct allocation design are the maximization of sell- Figures 7.9 & 7.10), at least 9 ha of the Fig.7.6 Parcellation Plan for the clusters north of the Proposed Expressway
to potential industrialists, it is able land, the configuration of ap- proposed development has been set
recommended that there should be propriate parcels shapes, frontage to aside for green public open spaces.
some ready built factories available depth ratios and the relation of lot The more prominent green public open
for industrialists who require quick sizes to location visibility. spaces include the main green spine
start-ups. Some foreign industrialists straddling across the central portion of
would prefer to purchase such ready Industrial lots generally require a the sites.
built factories, as it will save them rectangular configuration for building
time and effort in constructing their rectangular shaped facilities to house
own factories. In the initial stages of modern assembly flow operation.
development, the developer should Irregular corners can be used for multi
construct a few ready built factories to storey factories or vehicular parking.
gain the confidence of potential clients. The prime industrial plots with good
frontage onto the major roads will
Whilst some of the larger ready be reserved for those companies
built factories buildings will suit the that are prepared to invest more on
requirements of multi-nationals (MNCs) the land and factories. For the start-
and the larger local manufacturers, up, the allocation of prime sites with
there should also be other smaller good frontage onto the primary and
industrial premises to accommodate secondary roads, command a higher
a diverse range of industrial demand premium for the land. Additionally,
by some smaller local home grown there should be a minimum investment
companies that could be considered criteria stipulation and a set of urban Fig.7.7 Parcellation Plan for the clusters south of the Proposed Expressway
within the supporting complexes design controls to guide or control the
catering to the needs of the local, small quality and finishes of those factories Fig.7.8 Typical Layout of Standard Factory
These Open spaces ensure that all • Use of these linear greens as cy-
workers, residents and visitors to cle paths to encourage eco-friendly
the proposed development will have movement solutions
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full access to active and passive This Start-Up industrial development
recreational opportunities that these recognizes that the industrial zone is
public green open spaces offer. More not just a work place but the eating,
importantly, the formal or informal social and recreational needs of the
linear public open spaces will likely working community as well. Within the
to increase property values. In industrial zone, the following facilities
addition, the constructed cycle paths will also be provided namely:
within these linear green spaces will • To provide adequate formal/infor-
encourage cycling to work. Some of the mal public open spaces and other
linear greens situated at the rear of a civic community/cultural facilities
row of factories can double up as fire • To provide adequate communal fa-
breaks and fire engine access routes. cilities for the workers based on the
The setting aside of such a sizable relevant catchments radii
strips of contiguous land for open • To enhance accessibility and linkages
space and linear parks offers immense to all amenity centres/activity nodes
development potential for pedestrian • To create an environment within the
through-fare, cycle paths and also both activity node to foster a sense of
passive and active recreational spaces. community bonding
These public and private green areas
have been linked to form a network of 7.4.3 COMMUNITY FACILITIES
linear green spaces with the following
consideration, In line with the community objectives,
• Major Green linkages between Amenity centres are strategically
nodes located to form the activity node within
• Enhance quality of the development the proposed industrial development
through the provision of a variety with prominent frontages onto the
Fig.7.9 Green Buffers and Internal Green Spines of open spaces from the incidental roads. It will also act as the focal point
spaces between buildings to formal for the entire industrial community
spaces for informal recreation uses in the immediate vicinity within a
and interaction distance of 300m walking radius so that
the workers can avail themselves of
The Green strategies are: the eating, banking and other facilities
• Provide a variety of open spaces that during the lunch break.
are well distributed and integrated
within this network of green linkag- Amenity centres are spread out
es. throughout the industrial areas to
• Develop formal public open spaces ensure that they will serve every parcel
and informal green pockets along of the industrial lands. These are meant
road frontages and/or between to serve the smaller factories so as not
Fig.7.10 Green Buffers and Internal Interactive Green Spines building spaces. to duplicate functions whilst the larger

factories employing more than 500 a venue for the development of a wide
workers may choose to have their staff range of industrial lands and building
canteen within their own premises. but also provides possible avenues for 71
The total gross commercial floor area ready built factories to meet the needs
is estimated at 1,500sqm of floor area. of industrialists who wish to have a
All amenity centres are well positioned quick start up without the need to
geographically and integrated with the engage architects and contractors to
green linear system to ensure easy and construct their factories.
maximum accessibility by potential
users in the development (Figures 7.11 Manufacturing operations and its
& 7.12 refer). activities are usually confined to low-
rise buildings. The ready-parcelled
The type of uses located within an lands of wide sizes can meet the
amenity centre will typically have a food needs of potential industrialists. In
court, some shops (local stationary and addition, the parcel land is done in a
hardware hops), clinics, travel agencies, manner that renders them flexibility for
a bank or Automated Teller Machine amalgamation and subdivision as and
(ATM), postal services, a bakery and when is required to meet the different
restaurants to serve the daily needs of operational requirements. Lastly, it
the workers in the vicinity. The concept provides more road frontages for the
of amenity centres within industrial maximum number of lots possible and
zone is in accordance with modern to enhance visibility and value of land.
industrial park concepts whereby
developers provide for the basic needs The plot ratio (or FAR) for this industrial
of the industrial workers. Another start-up area is proposed based on the
advantage of having designated following considerations,
amenity centres is that tenants will not • Proper land utilization and appropri-
need to duplicate these facilities on ate land intensification as situated in
their premises. a prime location
• Compact development to increase Fig.7.13 Plot Ratio Plan
7.5 PLANNING the overall development efficiency in
PARAMETERS terms of implementation, operation,
vehicular and pedestrian circulation
PLOT RATIO (or FAR) • Shared utilities integrated with infra-
Plot ratio measures the intensity of the structure network of the SEED devel-
development. The ratio is obtained by opment and the Capital City
dividing the total gross floor area over
the site area. The higher plot ratio Generally, just based on the direct co-
depicts higher development intensity. relation of the industrial building height
For an industrial development, the plot and the plot ratio, low storey factory
ratio relates very much to the type of buildings of 1 to 3 storeys shall attain
operation. a plot ratio of 0.5. Higher buildings of
This proposed layout not only provides above 3 storeys will see a higher plot Fig.7.11 Strategic location for Amenity Centre Fig.7.12 Basic facilities in Interactive Amenity Centres
ratio of 0.7 to 2.5. Figure 7.13 illustrates 7.5.1 TRANSPORT PLANNING
the land plots allotted for the different
industrial building types and Plot Ratio. The development plan envisions
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creating and adopting specific
It is best to have a macro control of plot roadway design for the industrial Start-
ratio over the whole industrial startup. The road designs are intended
up area instead of individual plot ratio to include pedestrian amenities,
control for individual sites and parcels. aesthetic features and practical
This method provides the flexibility utilities sequencing that are critical to
of transfer of plot ratio from those in a successful development. The 31m
the lower band to higher band within wide dual two-way internal roadway
the development in order to create an designs addresses and accommodates
environment with interesting building the following fundamentals:
profile. At the same time, in order to • Safely and effectively accommodate
prevent hoarding and land speculation, industrial vehicles such as trucks,
a minimum plot ratio may need to be cars and employees charter buses;
imposed to ensure that a decent factory • Provide pedestrian sidewalks and
building is being constructed within multi‐use paths along all roadways;
each plot. A time frame for completion • Plan for bicycle lanes on the service
of the factory buildings will ensure corridor verges; and
that only genuine industrialist that can • Establish a streetscape design that
put up a quality development within a identifies the area as a unique part
stipulated time period are being given of the overall start-up area including
sites within the Phase 1 area. . uniform landscaping and streetscape
elements
STOREY HEIGHT CONTROL
The storey height corresponded The 31m wide internal roads will have
directly to the proposed plot ratio. This extra green buffer along roadsides (see
relationship is shown in Figure 7.14. Figure 7.16) that can provide shade as
Fig.7.14 Building Height Plan well as further soften the development
SITE COVERAGE image. This will not only offer a
The proposed site coverage for Single- unique image to the development but
Tenanted plots is up to 60% and site also offers a heightened functional
coverage for Multi-Tenanted plots and environment for pedestrian movement
Ready-Built Factories is up to 55%. This and aesthetics. All factory buildings
control coverage of 55% allows for fronting roads are required to have a
more car parks, open spaces, truck/ landscape plan and mandatory planting
container traffic circulation within each along its front factory compound
plot as well as parking spaces. boundary to showcase the industrial
developments fronting these roads.
The following illustrative rights-of-
way (ROW) describe conceptually the
Fig.7.15 Relationship between Building Height and Plot Ratio proposals for the roadway designs.

EGRESS AND INGRESS CONTROL The bus stops for internal bus service
The objective of egress and ingress can be located at an average distance
control is to regulate traffic flow of approximately 300 meter interval. 73
entering and exiting the land plots and These bus stops are preferred to be
avoid the impact on the traffic flow integrated with the Industrial Start-
within the 31m wide Dual two-way Up’s internal community service area
internal road. The principles of control and preferably close to the pedestrian
are as follows: corridors.
• Egress and ingress of plots as shown
in Figure 7.17 should be grouped to BICYCLE
minimize the number of traffic con- Besides the bus services, in order to
flicts provide more flexibility and more
• Egress and ingress group should be eco-friendly options, cycling to work
located at the minor road (lower is encouraged within the capital city.
traffic volume road) The advantage of cycling is that they
• Egress and ingress group should be are able to make use of pedestrian
located away from road junctions (at routes and green corridors besides the
least 50 to 100 meters away from the roads as alternative routes and it is
edge of the road) inexpensive and eco-friendly.
• Egress and ingress group should not
be located on the curve to ensure LOCATION OF CAR PARKS
safety Generally car parks should be
constructed by individual developers.
BUS NETWORK AND SERVICES The Industrial Start-Up must provide
Commuting by public transport is its own vehicle parking to prevent on
encouraged within the Capital city. street parking. Some public vehicle
These public transport trips could be parks will need to be constructed
served by a variety of public transport catering to company buses and heavy
alternatives. These include: vehicles. These public parks can be
• Intercity bus: existing long distance / located close to the internal Amenity Fig.7.17 Egress and Ingress Plan
intercity bus can be rerouted to the centres which are located within the
Industrial Start-Up with a location of walking distance of 200 to 300 meters
a bus stop near the entrances from the car park to the work place.
• City bus existing bus lines can be ex-
tended to the Industrial Start-Up Another strategy is the Park & Ride
• Company bus: company in the Indus- strategy, which involves parking
trial Start-Up also can arrange the outside of Industrial Start-Up site and
company bus service from city to site completing the last mile journey using
in peak period internal bus services. This strategy can
• Internal service mini bus: the Indus- reduce the car traffic flow within the
trial Start-Up management also can site but it is necessary to construct
operate a scheduled internal mini public car parks outside the entrances
bus service within the site. of the Industrial Start-Up. Fig.7.16 Cross Section Illustrates Road Buffer
7.6 URBAN DESIGN clean industrial-looking architecture
PROPOSAL and heights between two to three
storeys.
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The purpose of having an urban • The building setbacks from the road
design concept and guidelines is to and sides are consistent to ensure a
go beyond having a purely efficient uniform building setback throughout
and functional land use plan which is the street block and to achieve an or-
2-dimensional. Urban design serves to derly streetscape;
make connections between places and • The orientation of these buildings is
people, the natural and the man-made also consistent. The front office shall
environments. Embodied in it is also the face the main road to enhance the
idea of place-making, imbuing identity, sense of arrival and welcome. It will
meaning and a sense of aesthetics into also provide a greater sense of con-
a given area. This will be accomplished nection between the building and
through a comprehensive plan to the access roads;
optimize pedestrian linkages, beautify • While adopting guidelines to achieve
the streetscape, provide public a sense of orderliness within the en-
spaces and amenities like street- vironment is beneficial, this could
furniture, pedestrian scale lighting, also potentially result in monotony.
roadside planting and landscaping Hence, there should also be spaces
and transportation needs. The goal is for flexibility and to allow for injec-
to create a successful Industrial Start- tions of creativity and surprises with-
Up that is active, resource-conscious in the environment For example, the
and one with an investor-friendly interactive amenity centers as the
environment. Please refer Figure 7.18 focal points should be encouraged to
. have interesting building designs and Fig.7.18 Envisaged Urban Design Intention
7.6.1 Objectives and exciting landscape layouts.
approach URBAN DESIGN APPROACH vidual buildings. Its overall ambience
These broad urban design concepts • The Multi-tenanted blocks are strate- must result from buildings and open
URBAN DESIGN OBJECTIVES are intended to guide future planning gically located closer to major roads spaces that relates to one another
The objectives of the urban design are and development of the Industrial to improve site image and to provide into a functional entity.
to direct future growth in a manner Start-Up area. The appropriate urban a sense of arrival. • Streetscape of the Industrial Start-
which builds upon the site’s potential design approach is an essential part of • Zoning of factory buildings and Up contributes to pedestrian com-
for dynamic and transformative the planning process to enhance the logistics blocks not only promote fort, convenience, safety and sup-
growth as an urban industrial zone. qualities of the Start-Up environment. the industrial synergy between the port positive social interaction
The proposed built environment of The Urban design concept serves to proposed clusters but also clear-
the Industrial Start-Up shall have the indicate character of the layout, the ly demarcates car circulation from
following general characteristics: built form of the macro level and the heavy-vehicle circulation for efficient
• Each building shall articulate charac- experience of the development as a and safe traffic network.
teristics from its group land use. For whole. • The common interactive spaces
example the resource-based indus- (Green/Open spaces) are formed by
trial buildings will adopt rectangular grouping the buildings to work to-
footprints for optimal efficiency with gether as clusters instead of just indi-

7.6.2 SUSTAINABLE GREEN INFRASTRUCTURE
STRATEGIES • Green Transportation: Transit Ori-
ented Development to maximize 75
Our key objective will be to create access & use of public transport;
harmony and a symbiotic co-existence ‘people–centred’ transportation
between the natural systems which planning with low energy, low pollu-
would in turn evolve the project to be; tion & low land intake; efficient plan-
ning to minimize walking distance;
• A holistically sustainable develop- use of clean energy for vehicles;
ment • Waste Management: integrated &
• A Liveable Environment centralized waste management sys-
• A development which extends the tem that collect & treat the various
period people stay outdoors waste whilst promoting 3Rs and re-
source efficiency; employ ‘living ma-
The approach shall take into chines’ and/or constructed wetlands
consideration the scale of the for filtering & decontamination of
development and eco-sensitive black-water and/or grey water;
strategies needed to achieve the • Water System Design & Manage-
above set object. They would be ment: water resource conservation
applied at three different levels namely and recycling; waste water treat-
planning level (land use optimization), ment ecological restoration and Al-
infrastructural level and building level. ternative Water Source.
• Energy System Design & Manage-
SUSTAINABLE LAND USE ment: solar energy system – renew-
• Land planning is based on consider- able energy for urban lighting; wind
ation to the local climatic conditions energy system; underground heat
to ensure that the location and di- source etc.
rection of roads, orientation of build- Fig.7.19 Clusters with Logistics Facilities located north of the proposed expressway
ings (geometry, heights, etc.), are all GREEN BUILDINGS
contextualized. • Optimized Plot Ratio (or FAR) to
• Outdoor space planning follows clus- create a balance between built and • Environmentally sustainable materi- 7.6.3 URBAN FORM • Detached Factory
ter planning to create internal/pro- open space al palette • Terrace Factory
tected courtyard to enhance shading • Optimization of orientation of build- A “clustering” approach is adopted for • Logistics Warehouses
in summer. ings to maximize solar exposure dur- These planning strategies when Industrial zone so that the hierarchy
• Optimization of zoning targets to ing winter and shading against sum- deployed for this development at every of spaces adds value to the whole The maximum number of storeys is
reduce transportation and walking mer sun; stage of its progress will automatically development. The smaller plots are imposed on industrial zone to ensure
distances for transferring from one • FAÇADE – appropriate Window to elevate the project to achieve the above strategically placed along main roads the overall consistency in the built-
function facility area to another; Wall Ratio and shading device to let set sustainable objective, enhancing to make the developments more environment.
• Optimization of internal pedestrian in and cut sun when required. not only the sustainability aspect of the prominent. The Industrial Start-Up • 3 storeys for Factory Buildings
streets direction to enhance natural • Innovative System Design/Energy environment but as well the quality of can be broadly categorized by building • Up to 7 storeys for Multi-Story Blocks
ventilation during summer. Efficient Systems – Lighting, Ventilat- life for the users. forms as follows (see Figure 7.20):
ing, and Air Conditioning
7.6.4 Parks and Open Spaces Street furniture is part of the streetscape
amenities that contribute to pedestrian
PUBLIC PARKS comfort, convenience, and safety, and
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It is important to utilize the public support positive social interaction.
open spaces optimally and form a Street furniture like benches, trash
balance between creating a conducive bins, and signages are carefully placed
environment while addressing the to allow for unobstructed paths for
recreational needs of the workers by pedestrians. Whereas the function
allocating strategic locations for public of features such as street lighting
open space within the development of and roadside trees requires an even
the Industrial Start-Up. Pocket parks distribution along the length of a road,
and plazas should be easily accessible street furniture generally located in
by the workers by having wide high activity areas where people are
footpaths along the roads, connecting expected to congregate, such as public
the workplace to these areas. plazas, major intersections, and key
building entrances.
POCKET PARKS
Pocket parks are encouraged especially
within amenity centres to provide
tenants with valued respite from their
workplace. Pocket parks are well linked
by Green spine and easily accessible
from the public sidewalk and roads,
so as to become a communal meeting
place and focal point.
The small sizes of pocket parks

generally limit their use to casual and
passive recreation activities. The layout
includes seating areas and central
design features like small scale water
fountains or raised stage areas.
7.6.5 Streetscape
and Identity
STREETSCAPE
The design of streetscape that form the
public realm within the Start-Up area
establishes its identity through the
consistent use of distinctive roadside
trees, landscaping, street lighting,
Fig.7.20 Various sizes of Buildings and lands paving, and street furniture.

SIGNAGES & HOARDINGS and aesthetically pleasing in order to
All exterior signages and hoardings maximise frontage and showcase the
must conform to a `theme’ set by character of the Industrial Start-Up. 77
the Management Company of the Please refer to Figure 7.21.
developments in order that all design
elements relating to architecture, SPECIAL AMENITIES FOR THE
landscape, illumination and signage PHYSICALLY CHALLENGED
are coordinated to reinforce a sense of There is a need to cater for the
harmony , and uphold the image of the ambulant disabled, wheelchair-bound,
proposed Start-Up. hearing impaired or deafness and visual
impaired or blind. These considerations
Such signages can be in the form of are:
advertising sign, banner sign, canopy • Open Walkway
sign, direction sign, electric sign, free • Kerb
standing sign, ground sign, identification • Parking Provision
sign, illuminated sign, informational • Lifts
sign, roof sign, sky sign, veranda sign,
wall sign, marquee sign, hoarding;
either temporary or permanent.

GATES & BOUNDARY WALLS
Walls between individual plots are used
for security purposes and to screen
automobiles, loading and storage
areas, and utility structures. However,
Fig.7.22 The Industrial Start-Up Development of Amaravati City alternative electronic surveillance
systems should be installed in lieu
of walls if they are not required for a
specific screening or security purpose.
The intent is to make the walls a visual
deterrent rather than the only security
measure for the plots. Premises
requiring top security will have to install
their own security systems.
Perimeter walls can either be hardscape

or softscape or a combination of
formal or informal, conventional or
modernistic, solid, transparent or half-
solid & half transparent in appearance.
For the front part facing a public road,
high solid-wall fencing is discouraged. It
Fig.7.21 Sample Design of Perimeter Wall shall be of a lower solid wall segment
7.7 INFRASTRUCTURE more enjoyable. Relevant and function PLANNING ASSUMPTIONS
PLANS able infrastructure can bring benefits The following assumptions have been
that extend for many generations. adopted for the Broad Infrastructure
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7.7.1 INTRODUCTION Planning:
The full suite of infrastructure and
Infrastructure forms the fundamental utilities services shall be provided in • The proposed infrastructure provi-
facilities and systems serving the tandem with the phasing development sions are catered for the proposed
entire capital city Amaravati including of Amaravati City and these include industrial start-up area (112 ha) only.
the services and facilities necessary storm water drainage, water supply, However, these proposed infrastruc-
for its economy to function and grow. sewerage, solid waste disposal, power ture provisions can make use of the
City and areas with comprehensive supply, and telecommunications. existing infrastructure systems, if up-
infrastructure help to draw businesses, grading or capacity expansion per-
increase productivity and make our lives mits.
Fig.7.23 Various sizes of Buildings and lands
Fig.7.24 Existing Flood Plan Fig.7.25 Proposed drainage network

• Findings and Deliverables from Roadside drain will be provided on both
Market Study and Physical Planning side of the road to channel the surface Sl Area Water Sewage Solid Waste Power Telecom
teams for the proposed industrial runoff from the tenant plot to the No Land Use (ha) Demand Generation Generated Demand Demand 79
start-up, such as Land Use Distribu- nearest main roadside drain outside the (m3/d) (m3/d) (T/d) (MVA) (Lines)
tion, Population Projection and In- industrial area. The proposed drainage 1 General Light 76.3 3,052 2,686 14 40 3,205
dustry Analysis will form the main network is shown in Figure 7.25. Industries
basis for the infrastructure planning. 2 Logistics 5.4 81 71 1 2 486
• The major industries identified are WATER SUPPLY 3 Open Space 8.5 43 - - - -
Clean General Light Industries and The water supply assessment provides
4 Amenity Centres 3.0 180 158 1 1 90
Logistics. the estimated projection of the water
& Fire Station
demand for the proposed industrial
7.7.2 Infrastructure and start-up area within the capital city Total 112.0 100%
Utilities Services. development. Total water demand Table 7.2 Broad Utilities Demand (Industrial Zones)
depends on the unit water demand
SITE GRADING rate for industries. This will vary
Generally, the existing levels for the in accordance to the spectrum of
proposed industrial area are gentle industries and industrial process. Based
and flat which range between 26~27m on the industries envisaged, the unit
based on the DEM image generated, water demand rate varies from 15 to
refer to Figure 7.23. The proposed 60 m3/ha/d.
industrial area is also out of the existing
flood plain as shown in Figure 5.24; Based on the proposed unit water
hence it is free from flooding based demand and the proposed industrial
on the flood event recorded to date. land use distribution and projected
As the existing level is higher than the population, as well as other
proposed minimum platform level for assumptions described earlier, the total
the SEED Development which is about water demand has been worked out as
25m, hence no earthwork is needed for shown in Table 7.2.
these areas. However, the minimum The ultimate total water demand for
platform level subject to the finding the startup industrial area has been
and result of detailed topographical projected to be approximately 3,700
survey and Dredging & Hydraulic Study m3/d. The potable water is tapped
of Krishna River. from the nearest water trunk main as
shown indicatively in Figure 7.26.
STORMWATER DRAINAGE SYSTEM
The strategy for storm water drainage SEWERAGE
system is to develop a drainage control The objectives of the sewerage system
plan to manage surface runoff disposal are to cater for the anticipated peak
soonest possible to avoid flooding discharge requirements and to pre-
while still achieve a fully gravitational treat the waste water to the required
storm water drainage system. discharge standards. Various demand
estimation and requirement of facilities
are then worked out based on the Fig.7.26 Proposed water distribution network and tapping point
land use distribution and population m3/d. Individual industries shall be the solid waste generation has been (Waste To Energy) plant. These stations POWER SUPPLY
projection. required to pre-treat their wastewater worked out as shown in Table 7.2. Solid shall provide facilities to sort and store Power is one of the critical
to acceptable standards, prior to waste generation rate varies from 150 recyclable wastes. These not only infrastructures for the prosperity and
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The sewage generation computation discharging into the proposed trunk to 210 kg/ha/d for different types of reduce the non-bio-degradable wastes growth of the proposed capital city.
is based on 80% of the average water sewer. The discharge point for sewage industries proposed. The ultimate solid disposed of in the site, but at the same, The electricity demand figure is based
demand plus 10% infiltration rate. (which is the nearest sewer trunk main) waste generation for the industrial minimize the amount of solid wastes to on the assumption that the industrial
Based on the land use distribution and is shown indicatively in Figure 7.27. startup area has been estimated to be be disposed. Therefore, in addition to startup area will be fully developed at
population projection of the various about 15 T/d. providing more convenient service to that time and the market conditions
planning areas, the sewage generation SOLID WASTE DISPOSAL system customers, these stations also are as per the proposed land use and
has been worked out as shown in Table This section shall address the generation Industrial Solid Waste will be collected, help to reduce the amount of vehicular industrial processes are similar to the
7.2. The ultimate sewage generation of solid waste for the industrial Start-Up segregated and stored in transfer traffic at the landfill site/WTE plant. focused industries.
for the industrial startup area has development. Based on the land use station as shown in Figure 7.28, prior to
been estimated to be about 3,000 distribution and the type of industries, transporting to landfill disposal / WTE
Fig.7.27 Proposed sewerage network and discharge point to trunk sewer Fig.7.28 Solid waste to transfer station

In the early years of the development, the main trunk route of the proposed
the electricity demand will be low and industries. Depending on the extent of
the growth will vary according to the resilience required, the last leg to the 81
actual market condition. Unit power customer’s premises can be a ring or a
demand rate varies in the range of star configuration.
60 to 500 kVA/ha/FSI. The electrical
power demand estimated is shown in 7.8 CONCLUSION
Table 7.2. The ultimate power demand
projection for the industrial startup The proposed Master Plan for the
area has been worked out to be about Industrial Start-Up explores the
43 MVA. The location of proposed 33kv site’s potential for dynamic and
sub-stations is shown indicatively in transformative growth. It will be an
Figure 7.29. important Industrial catalyst while the
new Capital City ‘Amaravati’ is being
TELECOMMUNICATION developed and the other industrial
The development of the industrial areas in the Capital Region are being
startup area will require new established. This well-articulated
telecommunications infrastructure to Industrial fabric with variety of
serve the needs of the area. Based on experience thus facilitates this proposed
the proposed land use and projected development to be a fully-integrated,
population, the telecom demand has comprehensively-designed Industrial
been worked out and shown in Table Landscape with “work, play, share and
7.2. The ultimate telecom demand for learn” possibilities. This Master Plan
the industrial startup area has been brings the Capital City Master Plan
projected to be about 3,800 lines. steps closer to development realization
while enhancing the imageability and
To ensure a robust network, a ring pleasing experience of its dynamic
configuration is recommended for Industrial landscape of Amaravati City.

Fig.7.29 Proposed power network and 33kv sub-station location-
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8 IMPLEMENTATION
STRATEGIES
This chapter presents strategic phasing and follow up actions to ensure

successful implementation of the SEED Master Plan presented in the
previous chapters. To enable successful implementation of the SEED
Master Plan, a development phasing has been proposed for guiding the
implementation and government budget requirements for the immediate
and future projects. The chapter is divided into the following sub-sections:
1. Phasing
2. Follow-up actions
Krishna river view from the existing bund road

8.1 DEVELOPMENT
PHASING
18% 26,000 2.49 mil. m2 95,000

84
Phase 1 Total SEED Area Resident Population Gross Floor Area Total Jobs
Rationale Quantum
The government administrative centre Covering a total land area of 307 Ha,
needs to move to the new capital city the phase 1 of the SEED development
at the outset. Therefore, the logical will focus on laying the foundation
sequencing of phasing starts from the for the capital city by creating
western end of SEED development. 45,000 government and 50,000 non
The developments that will come up government jobs, and accommodating
around the government administrative over 26,000 residential population
core will be able to take advantage of within the phase 1 area. This phase will
the synergies and economies of scale primarily include key developments
that will be brought due to shifting of such as the administrative civic core,
over a couple of thousands government regional hospital and business park.
employees and their families.
Key Development Projects
Transport Infrastructure
Housing the secretariat, legislative
In order for this phase to kick-off, assembly and high court, the
access becomes key. Therefore, the administrative civic core will be
downtown road that cuts across the a pioneer project for the Capital
centre of the SEED development from city. These administrative offices
east to west will need to be developed will be supported with residential
to start off. This road will also carry developments, mixed use clusters, and
all the trunk level infrastructure that semi public and private offices which
is detailed in Chapter 6. The existing have also been housed within the civic
village settlement of Lingaya Palem core.
falls within the boundaries of Phase 1
of SEED development and is retained
and integrated in the master plan.
Fig.8.1 Phase 1 Illustrative Plan

Phase 2 85
18%
Total SEED Area
94,000
Resident Population
4.03 mil. m2
Gross Floor Area
160,000
Total Jobs
Rationale Quantum
After having established the State Covering about 306 Ha, the phase
Capital headquarters in Phase 1, there 2 occupies 18% of the total SEED
will be natural growth moving eastward areas. This phase will create about
along the already built downtown 10,000 government and 150,000 non
road. Functionally, this will house more government jobs; and accommodate
commercial areas as the area includes 94,000 residential population. The
part of the downtown, which is the FAR of the developments in Phase 2
high-rise high-density node within the will be much higher as highlighted in
SEED development. Appendix 2, as catalyst projects from
the preceding phase will fuel additional
Transport Infrastructure demand that will need to be catered to.
Along with the downtown road, the Key Development Projects

enveloped of roads highlighted in Figure
8.2 will need to constructed to provide Key projects in this phase include
access as well as corridors to extend the Transit Oriented high density
the other infrastructure lines to the commercial node, 50% of the central
individual parcels. The existing village downtown commercial area, a business
settlement of Uddandrayani Palem park cluster and number of mixed use
housing about 1,500 people currently developments. This phase will create
will be retained and integrated in the 4.03 million square meters of Gross
Phase 2 development. Towards the end Floor Area. The botanic Gardens on the
of this phase the BRT system can start bank of River Krishna will be developed
operations as the necessary critical in this phase.
mass will be in place.

Phase 3
18% 99,000 4.04 mil. m2 152,000
86
Total SEED Area Resident Population Gross Floor Area Total Jobs
Rationale Quantum
Following up from Phase 2, the Covering about 303 Ha, phase 3

developments will be similar to Phase occupies 18% of the total SEED
1. The eastern part of the downtown area. This phase will create about
core will be developed during this 7,000 government and 145,000 non
phase. government jobs accommodating
about 99,000 residential population.
Transport Infrastructure
Key Development Projects
The arc road loop will be developed and
completed in this phase, along with the
collector roads that give access to the This phase will primarily focus on the
parcels in this phase as highlighted downtown commercial and the eastern
in Figure 8.3. The BRT network business park development. Phase 3
established in Phase 2 can expand to will create 4.04 million square meters
serve a larger catchment. The existing of Gross Floor Area.
village settlement of Tallaya Palem that
currently houses about 1,100 people
will be retained and integrated in this
phase.

Phase 4 87
11%
Total SEED Area
29,000
Resident Population
3.29 mil. m2
Gross Floor Area
177,000
Total Jobs
Rationale Quantum
The highest commercial value parcels Phase 4 occupies 184 Ha of land

are reserved to be developed in this which accounts for 11% of the total
phase. The Gateway Commercial SEED area. This phase will create
node, that will become the landmark about 177,000 non government jobs
development that welcomes the people and accommodate 99,000 residential
while arriving from the Iconic bridge population.
across the river will be developed
in this phase. The development of Key Development Projects
this phase will conclusion of the high
density developments within SEED. Key development in this phase include
the gateway commercial node, multi
Transport Infrastructure disciplinary university and mixed use
residential clusters. Phase 4 will create
The final stretch of the downtown road 3.3 million square meters of Gross
on the eastern end will be tapped upon Floor Area. The city wetland park that
in this phase. The cumulative road will complement the botanic gardens
network of Phases 1,2,3, and 4 will will be developed in this phase.
carry the most intensity of traffic within
SEED and hence is designed to be more
denser than the rest of the city. The
MRT is proposed to start operation
in this phase, which will reduce the
dependency on the roads and shift it to
the public transport.

Phase 5
35% 50,000 3.35 mil. m2 113,000
88
Total SEED Area Resident Population Gross Floor Area Total Jobs
Rationale Quantum
The final phase of SEED is strategically Phase 5 covers 594 Ha of land occupying
planned towards the public waterfront about 35% of the total SEED area. This
uses. Although it takes up the highest phase will create about 113,000 non
share of land compared to other phases, government jobs and accommodate
the idea is to have lesser intensity 50,000 residential population.
developments more catered to serve
the catchment of the SEED, the city Key Development Projects
and the region as a whole. It includes
the development of the approx. 170 Ha This phase will focus on the iconic
island development as shown in Figure river Krishna waterfront and the island
8.5. cluster. The mainland waterfront cluster
houses the city library, international
Transport Infrastructure convention centre, performance
venue, indoor sports hub and iconic
All the major roads will be developed in commercial landmark blocks. The
the earlier phases. The roads planned island will house 9.13 ha of downtown
in this phase are planned to be more commercial clusters, a 18 hole golf
intimate in scale with a lot of activities course and luxury waterfront villas.
spilling on to it, in order to achieve the Phase 5 will create 3.3 million square
vibrancy. Two small bridges across the meters of Gross Floor Area.
water channel will also provide access
to the island developments. Table 8.1 presents the landuse
distribution for the 5 phases.

Market Demand Land Use PHASE-1 (Ha) PHASE-2 (Ha) PHASE-3 (Ha) PHASE-4 Ha) PHASE-5 (Ha) Total (Ha)
BUSINESS PARK - 12.64 13.53 12.75 - 38.92
Although the phasing has been 89
strategized to optimize the COMMERCIAL (Office, IT, - 3.71 8.72 25.93 9.13 47.49
infrastructure costs, the market forces Retail, Hospitality)
and demand might drive the growth GOVT ADMINISTRATION 59.88 - - - - 59.88
differently. The phasing strategy should
EXISTING HABITATION 10.88 12.77 5.75 - - 29.40
be reviewed every 5 years in order to
align it with the market forces. INFRASTRUCTURE 3.79 2.57 3.25 - - 10.92
INSTITUTION 5.82 2.43 3.11 5.34 - 16.69
In case additional demand arises
compared to the proposed phasing, the MIXED USE 22.71 102.67 79.52 4.79 45.68 255.37
plan still allows for flexibility to release NEIGHBOURHOOD CENTRE - 1.81 2.11 - - 3.92
land parcels along the downtown road
PARKS AND GREENS 67.14 91.41 16.06 59.05 97.76 331.42
in the eastward direction because the
provision for trunk infrastructure will be LOW DENSITY RESIDENTIAL 12.75 21.56 13.25 5.57 31.35 84.47
made at the outset along this corridor. HIGH DENSITY RESIDENTIAL - 6.39 26.59 11.62 - 44.59
MEDIUM DENSITY RESIDENTIAL 8.71 6.54 12.85 14.47 - 62.49
ROADS 23.79 56.98 53.26 31.28 31.53 277.27
SCHOOLS 2.07 3.99 4.38 3.46 - 13.91
SPECIAL (Convention Center, - - - - 118.83 118.83
Cultural Center, Performing
Arts, Resorts/Theme Parks, etc)
Special Development Zone (SDZ) 36.29 52.24 47.89 48.27 40.02 224.72
VILLAGE BUFFER 1.40 1.24 1.08 - - 3.72
WATER 9.56 2.64 3.22 2.57 52.06 70.04
Grand Total 365.16 381.58 294.54 225.10 426.36 1,694.06
Table 8.1 SEED: Phase wise Landuse Distribution Table

8.2 INFRASTRUCTURE FOLLOW UP ACTIONS Action Plan 1: Road Infrastructure Action Plan 2: Utility Corridors
Construction of the road infrastructure including Downtown Road Construction of the utilities corridor to and along the Downtown
Implementation strategies for the various infrastructure and Semi-Expressways, construction access and services, including Road, including connection to external supply points i.e. WTP, STP,
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development were proposed in the Capital City Master Plan. Several the streetscape, public transport, landscaping, demarcation of road electrical substation, and service branches where required
of these strategies were identified as critical catalyst projects, or reserve, etc.
action plans, which would support the Seed Development. These
actions plans were discussed as part of the consultations with
the various stakeholders, including CRDA, the Job Creation and
Investment Partners, and the local agencies.
The list that follows is only a set of initial steps necessary in order to
kick-start the development and is not a comprehensive list of all the
implementation plans for infrastructure to be addressed by CRDA
and the Government of Andhra Pradesh. These action plans are an
addition to the extensive policy framework and institutional set up
being taken up in parallel by CRDA.
There are nine actions plans developed for the Seed Development.
Feasibility and detailed studies in support of these plans are
required.
Fig.8.6 Action Plan 1: Construct Proposed Downtown Roads Fig.8.7 Action Plan 2: Develop the Downtown Road
The following list shows the proposed CRDA action plans:-
Action Plan 3: Flood Management Infrastructure Action Plan 4: Water Supply Infrastructure
• Action Plan 1: Construction of the Downtown Road Construction of the Flood Protection Measures within the Seed Construction of the Water Treatment Plant, water transmission
• Action Plan 2: Construction of the Utility Corridors Development including bund realignment, main drain along the mains and the Water Distribution Centres within the Seed
• Action Plan 3: Flood Management Infrastructure Downtown Road, raising of platform levels, and dredging works Development
• Action Plan 4: Water Supply Infrastructure
• Action Plan 5: Waste Water Infrastructure
• Action Plan 6: Diversion of Overhead Power Lines
• Action Plan 7: Power Supply Infrastructure
• Action Plan 8: Solid Waste Management
• Action Plan 9: Telecoms Network
These action plans form the basis of infrastructure development

within the Seed Development area, and will therefore need to be
investigated in detail in the following studies, including the Smart
Infrastructure Master Plan study which is currently being tendered
by CRDA.
Fig.8.8 Action Plan 3: Construct Flood Protection Measures Fig.8.9 Action Plan 4: Develop Proposed Water Supply Network

Action Plan 5: Waste Water Infrastructure Action Plan 6: Overhead Power Line Diversion Action Plan 7: Power Supply Infrastructure
Construction of the temporary Sewage Treatment Plant, lifting Diversion of the existing Overhead Power Lines within the Seed Construction of new Electrical Sub-stations within the Seed
stations and gravity trunk sewer along the Downtown Road Development, including the construction of Electrical Sub-stations Development and the underground power supply network required 91
where required to ensure connectivity of existing lines to connect the sub-stations to the external Power Network
Fig.8.10 Action Plan 5: Develop Proposed Waste Water Network Fig.8.11 Action Plan 6: Divert Overhead Power Lines Fig.8.12 Action Plan 7: Develop Proposed Power Supply Network
Action Plan 8: Solid Waste management Action Plan 9: Telecoms Network

Provision of a Solid Waste Management System within the Seed Provision of Telecoms Network within the Seed Development.
Development to treat Solid Waste in an external Integrated Solid
Waste Management Facility in Guntur
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APPENDICES
APPENDIX 1: BENCHMARKING
Washington DC Canberra, Australia
Washington, DC houses one of the most The winning design of the Canberra
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important and influential government city plan featured various geometric
administrative functions in the world. motifs centred on axis aligned with
It is also a dynamic cultural centre significant topological landmarks.
White House
which welcomes millions of tourists Unlike Washington DC, Canberra lacks
Government who visited the national monuments, the cultural history of the old capitals.
Precinct museums and memorial parks. The As such, planners focused on the
White House city layout is characterized by broad natural aspects of the city’s structure.
The Mall streets arranged mainly in a gridiron The plan responded sensitively to the
pattern with avenues cutting diagonally site’s natural features by incorporating
Capitol across the city layout. At the road natural elements in the design. For
Cross Axis
Govt. & Public buildings Capital Court intersections, a large roundabout is instance, the land axis was aligned with
created to facilitate traffic movement the summits of four local mountains
between the different hierarchies with the Capital housed atop the
Area: 176.9sqkm of roads. Majority of the streets are largest hill, Kurrajong. The river, which
Population: 658, 892 (2014) named in alphabetical order from is also the water axis, cuts the land axis
Capitol size: 5sqkm the Southern to Northern end of the at right angle. Moreover, the city design
city and in numerical order from the incorporated significant areas of natural
Core Structure of Washington DC Urban Design of Washington DC Western to Eastern end of the city for vegetation and open spaces. The main
ease of navigation within the city. city street, Constitution Avenue, ran
parallel to the water axis forming the
Heavily influenced by the reverence second triangle with its apex aligning to
xis
of City Beautiful Movement and the the Capital. The Constitutional Avenue
dA
City Centre classical Beaux-Arts architectural is also an important street which

n
La
all
style of planning, it allocated large provides direct connection between
nM
ati
o amount of space for parks and civic the city centre and the market centre.
art in the monumental core. The
er
Govt. Offices &

d
Capitol is surrounded by a series of At the base of Kurrajong (now known as

Fe
Public Buildings
River Axis Market monumental buildings and extending Capital Hill), is the state circle. The state
Centre westwards towards the Potomac River circle is a bi-directional four lane road
through a large green corridor. Both branching outwards from the Capital.
the state Capitol and White House is Main government offices and public
located on hill-lock. The design of the buildings are located on the axis linking
administrative Centre demonstrated the Capital Hill and the city centre.
American planners’ desire for Lastly, the Federation Mall, which
Capital Complex symmetry, harmony and focus on total extends from the Capital to the river,
Govt. Precinct
Area: 814.2sqkm building effect. forms the ceremonial and symbolic
Population: 381, 488 (2013) link between the provisional and
Capitol: 0.8sqkm Source: Rose, J. K. (1996) The 1901 Plan permanent Parliament Houses. It is also
a location for many key celebrations,
Core Structure of Canberra Urban Design of Canberra gatherings and commemoration of

Australian history. making of the city, not just tenements
were bulldozed but social relationships,
Source: Historians and Vernon (1995) An Ideal as well. The city is strongly segregated
City? The 1912 Competition to Design Canberra. Expressway 95
with almost no street life in the city
centre. Lastly, the city is difficult to
Brasilia, Brazil navigate as a pedestrian and the urban
design lacked the human scale.
In 1956, Lucio Costa planned and Mon
developed Brasilia from tabula rasa. Source: Bhatnagar, S.(2013) Brasilia Town ume
ntal
Planning Ax is Espla
The city is shaped as a bird with open Civic nade &
wings with 2 axis crossing at right Plaza
angle with the monumental axis. The Putrajaya, Malaysia City Centre
monumental axis houses mainly civic
and municipal administration facilities Putrajaya is a young city that was Govt. Precinct
while the curved axis houses the developed only in the 1990s. The plan
residential districts. The entertainment was drawn up by a consultancy firm Area: 5814 sqm
Capital Complex
district is placed at the intersection of which allocated as much as 38% of Population: 500,000 (Planned),
the monumental and back axis. The the total city area for parks and water 2.5 million (2012)
city is segregated based on uses with bodies. The plan embodied the Garden Core: 0.65sqkm
priority given to automobiles. One clear City concept and embraces the synergy
distinction in the plan is the design between natural environment, built Core Structure of Brasilia Urban Design of Brasilia
of clover shaped turn off which aims environment and the community. In
to avoid intersection, thus allowing the Capital Core, all of the buildings
automobiles to travel at high speed. allocated, are primarily for government Area: 49 sqm
The residential district composed of use. These buildings are situated at the Population: 335,000 (Target)
Superblocks with a uniform height of 6 periphery of the park, which occupies a Core: 3.5sqkm
stories, are surrounded by vast amount significant proportion of land area.
of open green spaces.
The Prime Minister office is located at Ministries
Despite the grand vision for the city, the northern tip of the ceremonial axis.
Govt. Precinct Prime Minister
its reality proves disappointing for The design of the ceremonial axis is 4km Office
many. Firstly, Brasilia was conceived long by 2.5km wide and runs alongside Civic Precinct
out of the need to relieve problems of the river, stretching across three small
overpopulation in Brazil’s old capital of islands. Land parcels besides the axis
Rio De Janeiro. Ironically, the city now is zoned primarily for commercial
d
has more than 5 times of its projected use. In the rest of the city, residential
var
River
planned population. This resulted in units surrounded the Capital Core
ule
Bo
the poor being shunned out to satellite and community facilities are provided
cities or housed at the edge of the city within each neighbourhood precinct.
where housing prices are relatively Mixed Used Precinct Plaza & Mosque
cheaper. Planners were also criticized Source: APUDG (2015) Putrajaya Master Plan
for the lack in understanding of the
organic nature of urban life. In the Core Structure of Putrajaya Urban Design of Putrajaya
Jaipur, Rajasthan State Gandhinanagr, Gujarat State
Area: 7sqkm Jaipur became the new capital of Indian planners Mewada and Apte
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Population: 6.66m (2011) Rajasthan state in 1727 mainly due to planned and implemented the city
Hill Core: 1.2sqkm military and geographical reasons. It is of Gandhinanagr in the late 1960s.
situated at the base of the Nahargarh The planners incorporated the rich
Palace Complex hill, which offers a natural defence to heritage of Gujarat and the principals
City Temple, Lake the north of the city. The rugged hills of Mahatma Gandhi in the city plan.
are also a source of building materials For instance, a ceremonial axis of 2km
for the city. The presence of a perennial in length extended from the capital
stream nearby provides adequate complex to the monument of Gandhi
drinking water and good drainage in a north-west direction. The city was
system. The city is planned based on planned in a manner that allows it to
Palace Fortification
the principals prescribed in the Shilpa- accommodate up to twice the planned
Wall with Gates
Lake shastra. As such, the site is divided into population by doubling the floor
Mixed Used girds of 3x3 with the gridlines being the space ratio of private developments.
Neighbourhoods city’s main streets. The principal lateral Moreover, the ceremonial axis was to
Main Bazaar Bazaar Street axis lies along the regional trade route be used to guide future expansion of
with Squares between the gates of the “Suraj pol” the city if there is a need to. In total, the
and “Chandpol”. This axis was crossed city plan is able to accommodate up to
Core Structure of Jaipur Urban Design of Jaipur by 2 roads at right angles, dividing 5x its original population in the future.
the city into almost nine equally sized Public service officials were housed
blocks. in 30 residential sectors around the
Area: 43sqkm State Assembly-Secretariat complex.
Population: 150,000 (Planned) Two of the blocks are allocated for the They will be occupying the centre of
Core: 0.9sqkm state building and palace while the rest each residential plot with 50% of land
of the blocks are allocated to the public allocated to them. The rest of the land
Monument
based their communities and rank. Such which is also on the periphery of each
Linear Park
Govt. Precinct segregation approach is in conformity sector is designated for private and
with the Hindu caste system. The lower supporting population.
Capital Complex
Railway Station left grid is characterized by mixed used
neighbourhood while the lower right Green features such as parks are
City Park grid consists of the main bazaar. At generously allocated on both side of the
the junction between the main axes, a government precinct. In sector 17 of
City Centre City Park 100m by 100m public space (Chaupar) the city square, a major area of the city
is used for public gathering. Each of this is set aside to house cultural facilities,
Axis
Chaupur is 700m apart of each other thus satisfying the entertainment and
City Centre and has a controlled façade treatment recreational needs of the locals.
enveloping it.
River Source: Apte, P. M. (2011) Gandhinagar
Source: Sharma P (2014) Jaipur Planning Endangered: A Capital’s Plan Dismantled
Core Structure of Gandhi Nagar Urban Design of Gandhi Nagar

Chandigarh, Punjab & Naya Raipur, Chattisgarh
Haryana State State Area: 70sqkm
Capital Complex Population: 500,000 (Planned) 97
The Chandigarh Master plan prepared Naya Raipur is the new planned capital Core: 0.8sqkm
by Le Corbusier embodied his radical city for the Chattisgarh State. Given
ideology of a utopian community. the recent completion of Naya Raipur
Corbusier designed the road networks city plan, new modern planning and
in a grid iron pattern to allow for fast engineering solutions are incorporated Garden
nue & Lakes
traffic movement within the city. The to deal with the complexity of the ve
city is conceived analogous to the city problems. The new state capital ai nA Capital Complex
rk
human body with a clearly defined is situated in between two railway y Pa M & Grand Plaza
it
C ue
head (Capital Complex), Heart (City corridors in a North-west and Southeast
ven &
Centre), Lungs (Open Spaces), Intellect orientation. A 3sqkm Capitol complex is A rk
Pa
(Cultural and Educational Institutions), located on the eastern part of the city City Centre a i n b ces
y
Circulatory system (Traffic networks) with 3 distinct visual corridor radiating M ed Offi
lin vt.
and the Viscera (Industrial area). out of the Capital complex. The first axis Go
is a visual corridor to the City Park and
At the Capital complex, the Secretariat the second axis links the neighbourhood
forms the background of the city with to the Capital Complex. Interestingly,
the Capitol located on the right and the residents are separated from the
the parliament building on the left. In City Park by the centre axis which is also Urban Design of Gandhi Nagar Urban Design of Gandhi Nagar
the foreground, the pool of the palace the ceremonial axis of the city. On the
of Justice lies there. A 3km long main south of the centre axis, a cultural zone
avenue stretches from the Capital that runs parallel to the axis orientation Area: 95sqkm
Complex to the City Centre. Envisaged is identified. The city sets aside land Population: 560,000 (Planned)
as the “lung” of the city, this main parcels for museums, exhibition halls, Core: 2sqkm
avenue is largely a park and open performing theatres etc to enliven
space with government offices lined and enrich the cultural life of the
alongside it. The rest of the city was city. Besides that, the institutional Boule
organized into 30 self-sufficient sectors, area of the city houses many training vard
SEZ CBD Govt. Precinct
with its own services and facilities. Each institutions, laboratories and research
of these sectors have its own shopping centres. This is as the city positioned
street and Central green. These are itself to be the educational and cultural
City Centre
then linked to the adjacent sectors hub of the Chattisgarh State. Within the
forming one long continuous ribbon, city itself, non-polluting light industries
cutting across the city structure. such as industrial parks and science
parks are located near and within
Source: Avasak, G, Mathur N and Kamineni, P residential neighbourhood to offer City Park
(2011) Chandigarh: Urban Planning Concepts. residents close proximity to jobs.
City Park Capital Complex
Source: Naya Raipur Development Authority
(2015) City Level Structure Plan
Urban Design of Naya Raipur Urban Design of Naya Raipur

Hong Kong of commercial spaces in the lower
levels. These mixed land uses strategies
Residential In the Global and World City research have proved effective in not only
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ranking, Hong Kong city has emerged providing a sustainable consumer base
Residential as one of the alpha plus city, offering for these businesses but also develop
Open Spaces
advanced niche services for the global a pedestrian oriented environment for
economy. This achievement is attained the population.
despite facing land constraint issues,
Mixed Used Central Plaza whereby 75% of the city’s land mass Source: Yeh, A (2011) High Density Living
Commercial &
is on hilly terrains. Surprisingly, even in Hong Kong. and Hong Kong Planning
Govt. Precinct
Department guidelines (2015)
with of the world’s highest population
densities, the city is ranked as the
top ten sustainable cities (Arcadis,
Hilly Terrains 2015). High population density is
not necessary undesirable if proper
planning techniques are in place. In
fact, with a greater population mass,
this allows for more efficient land
uses and will be more cost-effective
for the government to provide public
Core Structure of Hong Kong services and facilities. For instance,
high density development justifies for
greater investment in transportation
Observation Wheel infrastructure that will shorten
commuters traveling time and reduce
Convention Centre
Victoria Park both operation and infrastructure cost.
Waterfront Park
Statue Square Negative effects of density can be
Corridor mitigated by planning strategies such
Civic Corridor Arts & as efficient city layout, good urban
Entertainment design and ample open spaces. In Hong
Corridor Kong’s Central Business District (CBD),
for instance, large proportion of open
Legislative Council spaces is reserved near the waterfront.
Building In addition, land parcels are reserved for
special activity centres that are low rise
and have the ability to attract visitors
Jockey Club and build consumer confidence. There
are also provisions of housings which are
seen as a strategy to ensure vibrancy in
the downtown 24/7. Housings in close
proximity to the CBD are zoned to be
Urban Design of Hong Kong high rise with a significant component

APPENDIX 2: DETAILED LANDUSE TABLE
PHASE-1 PHASE-2 PHASE-3 PHASE-4 PHASE-5 Total

Land Land Land Land Land Land
Land Use GFA GFA GFA GFA GFA GFA
Area FAR Area FAR Area FAR Area FAR Area FAR Area 99
(sqm) (sqm) (sqm) (sqm) (sqm) (sqm)
(Ha) (Ha) (Ha) (Ha) (Ha) (Ha)
BUSINESS_PARK - 1.50 - 12.64 1.50 189,641 13.53 1.50 202,912 12.75 1.50 191,241 - - - 38.92 583,794
COMMERCIAL (Office, IT, Re-

- 1.80 - 3.71 3.00 111,304 8.72 3.00 261,466 25.93 4.00 1,037,227 9.13 3.00 273,962 47.49 1,683,959
tail, Hospitality)
GOVT ADMINISTRATION 59.88 1.50 898,261 - - - - - - - - - - - - 59.88 898,261
EXISTING HABITATION 10.88 - - 12.77 - - 5.75 - - - - - - - - 29.40 -
INFRASTRUCTURE 3.79 - - 2.57 - - 3.25 - - - - - - - - 10.92 -
INSTITUTION 5.82 1.00 58,161 2.43 1.00 24,278 3.11 1.00 31,073 5.34 1.00 53,392 - - - 16.69 166,903
MIX_USE 22.71 1.80 408,798 102.67 1.80 1,848,103 79.52 1.80 1,431,302 4.79 2.00 95,798 45.68 2.00 913,581 255.37 4,697,582
NEIGHBURHOOD CENTER - - - 1.81 0.50 9,031 2.11 0.50 10,563 - - - - - - 3.92 19,593
PARKS AND GREENS 67.14 - - 91.41 - - 16.06 - - 59.05 - - 97.76 - - 331.42 -
LOW DENSITY RESIDENTIAL 12.75 1.60 101,983 21.56 0.80 172,462 13.25 0.80 105,974 5.57 0.80 44,521 31.35 0.80 250,809 84.47 675,749
HIGH DENSITY RESIDENTIAL - 1.80 - 6.39 1.80 114,986 26.59 1.80 478,554 11.62 2.00 232,340 - - - 44.59 825,880
MEDIUM DENSITY RESIDENTIAL 28.63 1.20 104,469 6.54 1.20 78,462 12.85 1.20 154,157 14.47 1.20 173,617 - - - 62.49 749,836
ROADS 104.23 - - 56.98 - - 53.26 - - 31.28 - - 31.53 - - 277.27 -
SCHOOLS 2.07 0.50 10,373 3.99 0.50 19,970 4.38 0.50 21,880 3.46 0.50 17,313 - - - 13.91 69,536
SPECIAL (Convention Center, Cul-
tural Center, Performing Arts, - 0.60 - - - - - - - - - - 118.83 0.60 712,986 118.83 712,986
Resorts/Theme Parks, etc)
Special Development Zone (SDZ) 36.29 1.80 653,262 52.24 2.80 1,462,592 47.89 2.80 1,341,027 48.27 3.00 1,448,208 40.02 3.00 1,200,724 224.72 6,105,812
VILLAGE BUFFER 1.40 - - 1.24 - - 1.08 - - - - - - - - 3.72 -
WATER 9.56 - - 2.64 - - 3.22 - - 2.57 - - 52.06 - - 70.04 -
17,189,892
Grand Total 365.16 2,474,437 381.58 4,030,829 294.54 4,038,907 225.10 3,293,658 426.36 3,352,062 1,694.06
Note:
1. Special Development Zone (SDZ) is defined as “Any combination of commercial, residential, business park, IT park, institutional or recreational uses”
2. This report does not specify the development control guidelines and detail urban design guidelines at individual parcel level. This exercise will need to be undertaken as a follow-up action to this SEED
Development Masterplan.
2. General Parking Recommendations: All required parking Stalls should be provided within the lot boundary; Parking ht. is upto 4m; Basement Parking is encouraged.
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PROJECT REF NO.: 310-05-04-0001

CLIENT: SINGAPORE COOPERATION ENTERPRISE, SINGAPORE

SUBMISSION DATE: 20-07-2015

FILE NAME: INR1401_AP_SEED DEVELOPMENT MASTERPLAN REPORT

ANG CHIT SIK ASVIN SENIOR ENGINEER

KAUSTUBH TAMASKAR PROJECT MANAGER

Number of copies issued: -

VERSION NO. DATE ISSUED DETAILS APPROVAL FOR ISSUE

1 10-07-2015 DRAFT 1 ANANDAN KARUNAKARAN

2 20-07-2015 FINAL ANANDAN KARUNAKARAN

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Andhra Pradesh Government Officers

Local Body/ Police Officials within Capital Region

Ganeshan Veerapandian, I.A.S., Municipal Commissioner, Vijayawada

Officials from CRDA

Ravi Ramakrishna Rao, Head Planning, CRDA

A farmer sitting outside his neighbour’s house in Neerukonda Village.

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Identification of Urban design Site: Scenario 2

Clean and Green Efficient Resource Management

Quality Living Identity and Heritage

World Class Infrastructure Efficient Resource Management Identity and Heritage

• To create a variety of sustainable

• To provide for variety of lifestyle :

• To create for world class infrastructure

• To ensure good quality living:

• To promote culture and heritage of

SEED Development Masterplan

Artist’s Impression - Amaravati Government Core Artist’s Impression - Amaravati Downtown

Artist’s Impression - Amaravati Gateway Artist’s Impression - Amaravati Waterfront

26,000 94,000 99,000 29,000 50,000

95,000 160,000 152,000 177,000 113,000

SEED Development Phases

Existing commercial developments along river Krishna

Chapter 5: Place-making Strategies

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The chapter is divided into the following sub-sections:

SEED Development Area is planned along river Krishna

Alternative 1B proposes a waterfront

The potentials of this option include:

Alternative 2A proposes the waterfront

he potentials of this option include:

SEED Development Area

Fig.2.7 Location Map Fig.2.6 Site Context Map

The chapter is divided into the following sub-sections:

View of Krishna River from Manthana Sathyanaraya Arogyalam

3.1 Smart City Framework

THE NEW CAPITAL CITY OF ANDHRA PRADESH | URBAN DESIGN REPORT

3.2 Smart City Goals

Clean and Green Efficient Resource Management

Quality Living Identity and Heritage

Maximizing the potential of Transit Creating identity & sense of place

entry to the development is from • Public parks and the promenade

THE NEW CAPITAL CITY OF ANDHRA PRADESH | URBAN DESIGN REPORT

The chapter is divided into the following sub-sections:

View of the Kondaveeti Vaagu

THE NEW CAPITAL CITY OF ANDHRA PRADESH | URBAN DESIGN REPORT

THE NEW CAPITAL CITY OF ANDHRA PRADESH | URBAN DESIGN REPORT

The following section presents road

4.2.1 Road Network -

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