Article re-cap
- More than 300 residents have signed a petition to oppose the proposed high density mixed use development at Three Anchor Bay.
- The City of Cape Town proposal for Erf 2187 includes a maximum development envelope of 117,000m2 comprising retail, office space, and a hotel with up to 325 rooms.
- Proposed residential components for the Three Anchor Bay site could include as many as 1,145 units, with at least 20 percent targeting affordable housing.
- The development plan may feature community facilities such as a new ECD facility and the future expansion of the Colin Eglin Library.
More than 300 residents have signed a petition opposing the City of Cape Town's proposed high-density mixed-use development at Three Anchor Bay in Green Point.
The petition argues that the land, identified as Erf 2187, should remain public recreational space rather than being released for private development. Czerina Patel of Save Our Sea Point (SOSRA) said the land was vested to the City of Cape Town in perpetuity for recreational use.
The City of Cape Town's proposal aims to unlock the socio-economic potential of the municipal property, which is set to be ready by 2030. The plan allows for a maximum development envelope of 117,000m2 of new gross building area, including retail, office space, and a hotel of up to 325 rooms.
The proposed residential component could include as many as 1,145 units, with at least 20 percent of these units targeting the affordable housing market. The development may also feature community facilities, including 1,355m2 for a new ECD facility and the future expansion of the Colin Eglin Library.
Patel expressed concerns that the Atlantic Seaboard is already overcrowded due to developers receiving approval from the city. She also questioned the objectivity of consultants used for assessments because they rely on employment by the City or developers.
The City's Economic Growth Directorate stated that a statutory public participation process on the draft Basic Assessment Report commenced on June 18, 2026, and closed on July 20, 2026. The City said it is aware of the petition and will consider it alongside the public participation process.
Frequently asked questions
What land is being proposed for development at Three Anchor Bay?
Erf 2187 at Three Anchor Bay in Green Point is the subject of the City's proposal. The land was previously vested to the City of Cape Town in perpetuity for recreational use, according to Save Our Sea Point.
How many residential units could the Three Anchor Bay development include?
The proposed residential component could include as many as 1,145 units, with at least 20 percent of these units targeting the affordable housing market.
What facilities are planned alongside residential and commercial space at Three Anchor Bay?
Community facilities are planned, including 1,355 square metres for a new Early Childhood Development facility and the future expansion of the Colin Eglin Library.
When did the public participation process for the Three Anchor Bay proposal take place?
The statutory public participation process on the draft Basic Assessment Report commenced on 18 June 2026 and closed on 20 July 2026, according to the City's Economic Growth Directorate.
What concerns have residents raised about the Three Anchor Bay development?
More than 300 residents have signed a petition opposing the development, arguing the land should remain public recreational space. Save Our Sea Point also raised concerns about overcrowding on the Atlantic Seaboard and questioned the objectivity of consultants used for assessments.
Source: iol.co.za
