A Vibrant Commercial Hub

About 12 ha of land in the area is available for development. This translates to 500,000 sqm of commercial floor space.

A mixture of land parcel sizes will be available to cater to different commercial needs. The larger developments will be grouped around the junction of Tanjong Katong Road and Sims Avenue to anchor the area with retail, hotel and office developments.

A public plaza next to Paya Lebar MRT Interchange will inject even more buzz into the area. This will become a focal point for activities as well as a gathering space for MRT commuters, shoppers and the office crowd. A signature image will thus emerge for Paya Lebar Central: a popular open plaza framed by the bustle of offices, shops and hotels.




A Delightful River Walk

With the completion of the Marina Barrage this year, water levels in its catchment area – including Geylang River – will stabilise. This presents an unprecedented opportunity to integrate the River with future developments, creating attractive public spaces in Paya Lebar Central.
 
A newly reconstructed stretch of Geylang River will take centrestage within a new commercial development along Tanjong Katong Road. Here, a mix of offices, shops and a hotel will bring life to the riverbanks.
 
Picturesque landscaping juxtaposed with the waterway will create a soothing River Walk. Flit from shop to shop, grab a bite or take a romantic stroll. Pedestrian walkways along the river will ensure that this delightful River Walk is open to all.



Easy on the Feet

Paya Lebar Central is planned for the convenience of pedestrians, right from the point when you arrive at Paya Lebar MRT interchange. Covered walkways, underground walkways and overhead bridges will all help to make the neighbourhood a breeze to walk through.

Getting to popular destinations on Geylang Road, like Geylang Serai Market, will be quick and comfortable. From Paya Lebar MRT interchange, simply cross a plaza and walk through the shopping galleria leading to Geylang Serai Market.

On Geylang Road itself, the new pedestrian mall will be an easy route if you want to take in the sights. Shops, outdoor kiosks and cafes will spice up the walk – especially when the mall teems with temporary bazaar stalls.



Space for the Community

Today, a lively commercial strip of markets, sundry shops, retail centres and hotels can be found along Changi / Geylang Roads. The local character comes through strongly with the popular Geylang Serai Market and the festive Hari Raya Bazaars during Ramadan.
       
A new Geylang Serai Market is being built and will be ready in 2009. Next door, a new civic centre is also in the works. Facilities will include a Community Club, Community Development Council offices and perhaps even a community library. A plaza beside the civic centre will become a natural focal point for staging community events in the Geylang Serai area, such as festive activities and bazaars.




Source: URA​