The planning project for the about 3,770.3ha Innovation Subdivision at the scale of 1:2000 has been approved by Da Nang authorities. The subdivision will be a training hub linked to the University Urban Area, Innovation Centre and Software Park. At the same time, it will include a regional medical centre.

The Innovation Subdivision is located within the administrative boundaries of Hoa Quy and Hoa Hai wards (Ngu Hanh Son District); Hoa Xuan, Khue Trung, Hoa Tho Tay and Hoa Tho Dong wards (Cam Le District); and Hoa Chau, Hoa Phuoc and Hoa Nhon communes (Hoa Vang District) with a total area of ​​about 3,770.3 ha.

According to the general planning project, the Innovation Subdivision is divided into 2 zones called ST1 and ST2, and it is organised into 23 residential units, 3 residential groups and 6 functional zones.

The total population of the subdivision by 2030 will be approximately 233,000 people. Of which, the official population will be about 202,000 people, and the converted population will be around 31,000 people.

In terms of nature, the subdivision will be a training hub linked to the University Urban Area, Innovation Centre and Software Park, and at the same time, a regional medical center will be added. It will be connected by two main corridors: the Innovation Corridor (connecting high-tech training, research and production centres) and the Knowledge Corridor (connecting universities and innovation startup centres).

The planning project for the Innovation Subdivision prioritizes the construction and upgrade of main traffic routes, different-level traffic intersections, and a system of technical infrastructure hubs to enhance connectivity between areas, open spaces, public spaces, squares, etc.

Heed also will be on implementing key projects such as the Da Nang University Village Urban Area, the Riverside Urban Area Southwest of the Cau Do (Red Bridge) Water Plant, and a Creative Space in Hoa Xuan Ward.

Moreover, social infrastructure works, including the Hoa Phuoc Wholesale Market, universities, the second campus of the Da Nang Hospital, and high-quality general/specialised hospitals, will be constructed in a bid to serve the community.

The Innovation Subdivision will be connected by two main corridors: the Innovation Corridor (connecting high-tech training, research and production centres) and the Knowledge Corridor (connecting universities and innovation startup centres). IN THE PHOTO: The FPT Technology Urban Area.

The Innovation Subdivision borders the Airport Zone and the Green Core Zone to the north, Quang Nam Province to the south, the Han River and East Bank Zone to the east, and the Development Reserve Zone to the west. IN THE PHOTO: Vo Chi Cong Street is located in the Innovation Subdivision planning area.

The highlight of the Innovation Subdivision is the southern gateway of the city, located at the intersection of National Highway 1A and Nam Ky Khoi Nghia Street, bordering Quang Nam Province. This is an important gateway for regional connectivity, goods transit and socio-economic activities in the southern area of ​​the city.

The planning project identifies 3 key points of the area that are significant in orienting the space, and creating unique features and identification, including the intersection of Mai Dang Chon and Nam Ky Khoi Nghia streets; the intersection of Tran Dai Nghia and Nam Ky Khoi Nghia streets; and the Da Nang University Village. IN THE PHOTO: Nam Ky Khoi Nghia Street at the intersection with National Highway 1A.

Nam Ky Khoi Nghia Street is adjacent to Hoa Phuoc - Hoa Khuong belt road and National Highway 1A, forming a traffic route connecting Hoa Vang District with Ngu Hanh Son District.

The intersections of Mai Dang Chon and Nam Ky Khoi Nghia streets, and Tran Dai Nghia and Nam Ky Khoi Nghia streets, are planned for high-rise commercial and service buildings. IN THE PHOTO: The intersection of Mai Dang Chon -and Nam Ky Khoi Nghia streets is located in Hoa Quy Ward, Ngu Hanh Son District.

The Da Nang University Village is located in the border area between Da Nang and Quang Nam Province. It is a typical functional area, a center for multidisciplinary and multi-field education, training and scientific research.

Public service facilities and common amenities will be located in the heart of the Da Nang University Village

The functional areas of the Da Nang University Village, include university campuses, research centres, startup centres, office areas, dormitories, housing, and commerce, will be integrated into the university campuses, creating an interactive environment, and stimulating exchange and creativity.

The central area of ​​the research subdivision is adjacent to Tran Dai Nghia, Vo Chi Cong, Mai Dang Chon, Man Quang, Cai River and the administrative boundary of Da Nang - Quang Nam Province, with an area of ​​about 696 hectares. IN THE PHOTO: The intersection of Tran Dai Nghia and Nam Ky Khoi Nghia streets in Hoa Hai Ward, Ngu Hanh Son District.

The centre of the Innovation Subdivision will have featured spaces, including a regional medical centre, an international hospital linked to medical universities and medical facilities in the area, and mixed-use commercial and residential spaces along Nam Ky Khoi Nghia Street.

The above mentioned spaces will be connected via main roads, walkways, neighbourhoods and riverside routes.

Reporting by XUAN SON - Translating by M.DUNG, P.TRA