+IMPACT MAGAZINE ISSUE 26
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PROJECT<br />
PROJECT<br />
SETTING<br />
A NEW<br />
STANDARD<br />
for Green Precincts<br />
The Newinbosch precinct in Stellenbosch aims to establish<br />
itself as the greenest mixed-use development in the country,<br />
and is targeting a 5-Star Green Star Sustainable Precincts<br />
rating – making it the first such development in South Africa.<br />
WORDS Nicole Cameron<br />
IMAGES Similan<br />
PROJECT NUTSHELL<br />
Location: Stellenbosch, Western Cape<br />
Green Star rating: Registered for a Green Star Sustainable Precincts<br />
and EDGE for Homes rating, aiming for a 5-Star<br />
Green Star rating and an EDGE Advance rating.<br />
Type of<br />
development: Mixed-use development<br />
Project dates: Commenced in 2023 and to be rolled out<br />
in phases over the next 4-6 years<br />
Project size: 48 hectares<br />
Newinbosch, in Stellenbosch, is<br />
a mixed-use development aiming<br />
for a 5-Star Green Star Sustainable<br />
Precinct rating, and is considering<br />
registering for other certifications.<br />
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