MSDF_Vol_I_Ch1-6_Tech_Suppl_A.pdf

Summary

The Cape Town Municipal Spatial Development Framework (MSDF) is a comprehensive 20-year strategic plan designed to manage urban growth and address systemic spatial inequalities. Formally approved in January 2023, the document updates previous 2018 strategies to account for recent disruptions like the COVID-19 pandemic and severe droughts. It prioritizes inward growth and transit-oriented development to curb urban sprawl while protecting critical agricultural and environmental assets. The framework establishes a "City of Hope" vision by integrating land use with an expanded public transport network to improve economic accessibility for all residents. Key implementation pillars include regulatory reform, rapid land release for affordable housing, and coordinated infrastructure investment. Ultimately, the MSDF serves as the technical foundation for all municipal planning, aligning local actions with national development goals and climate commitments.