Proposals regarding the Master Plan of Baku will be submitted to the government by the end of 2020. The usage of multimodal transport means in passenger transportation, the renovation of the conceptual development plan of the subway and the reconstruction of the city economy are among the proposals.
The usage of trams and trolleybuses in the streets of the capital is envisaged by multimodal transport means. The conceptual development scheme of the subway is also proposed in Baku’s Master Plan.
Overall, defining the territorial development plans of the city, laying the healthy foundation of the post-industrial economy in the city, turning the city into a favorable venue for the development of new business and industrial fields are the targets of the 2020-2040 Master Plan of Baku.
The Master Plan is aimed at 4 priority directions:
1. Organized multi-centered city
–Multiple type mobility, accessible infrastructure and smart city solutions
2. Sustainable city environment
- Restored lands, basens and coastal territories
- Sustainable energy solutions
3. Preserved traditions and historical heritage
-Preserved rare historical-architecture monuments
-Prosperous cultural environment
4. The new city economy
-Favorable venue solutions for new businesses
-Broad and attractive tourism infrastructure
In accordance with the plan, first of all, the movement of pedestrians on roads will be taken into consideration. Afterwards, special attention will be paid to the movement of cyclists and public transport. Besides traditional centers, new city centers will be created. Consultations and discussions are underway between representatives of the company that has won the tender for the preparation of the Master Plan and the relevant institutions.
"A special approach should be taken towards the sanitary-communal issues; issues of alternative and safe energy and most importantly, the prevention of ecological pollution must stay in focus. To achieve this, green zones will be created in several places. The movement of cars will be prohibited there. It is proposed that one of such green zones connects the territory of the Boulevard with 28 May metro. The transfer of higher education institutions near Khojasan lake is also being mulled. It is planned to continue discussions in front of a wider audience and with the participation of international experts by the end of 2020," said representative of the partner company Joachim Schares.
Vusal Garaja