City to sell outdated electricity substations
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The City of Windhoek plans to sell outdated electricity substations for residential usage in the city's oldest townships.
At least 25 substations with a total land area of more than 2.3 hectares have been identified for this purpose.
“The identified substations are located on erven, each measuring 450 square meters or more, and will be transformed into residential plots. They are conveniently situated in serviced areas that allow for easy connections to municipal services such as water, electricity and sewage at a minimal cost,” the municipality said in a statement.
“The existing electrical infrastructure at these sites is ageing and has reached the end of its lifespan. The proposal involves replacing these outdated electricity infrastructures with modern, compact switchgear that requires only 18 square metres (6 m x 3 m) for installation.”
The initiative seeks not only to modernise Windhoek’s electrical infrastructure but also to address the critical land shortage in the City and to enhance the overall living conditions for residents. Financial estimates indicate that replacing these outdated electricity infrastructures will cost approximately N$13.1 million.
“In contrast, the sale of the erven, if zoned for single residential use, could generate around N$28 845 952. Revenue from these sales will cover upgrade costs and provide ongoing income for the Council through municipal services such as rates, taxes, and refuse removal,” the City noted.
-STAFF REPORTER
At least 25 substations with a total land area of more than 2.3 hectares have been identified for this purpose.
“The identified substations are located on erven, each measuring 450 square meters or more, and will be transformed into residential plots. They are conveniently situated in serviced areas that allow for easy connections to municipal services such as water, electricity and sewage at a minimal cost,” the municipality said in a statement.
“The existing electrical infrastructure at these sites is ageing and has reached the end of its lifespan. The proposal involves replacing these outdated electricity infrastructures with modern, compact switchgear that requires only 18 square metres (6 m x 3 m) for installation.”
The initiative seeks not only to modernise Windhoek’s electrical infrastructure but also to address the critical land shortage in the City and to enhance the overall living conditions for residents. Financial estimates indicate that replacing these outdated electricity infrastructures will cost approximately N$13.1 million.
“In contrast, the sale of the erven, if zoned for single residential use, could generate around N$28 845 952. Revenue from these sales will cover upgrade costs and provide ongoing income for the Council through municipal services such as rates, taxes, and refuse removal,” the City noted.
-STAFF REPORTER
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