The Chennai Metro Rail Limited (CMRL) is set to construct a multi-storey commercial building within the Arumbakkam Metro station premises. The project aims to maximize land use and generate non-fare revenue through integrated urban infrastructure.
The building will have a basement, a stilt floor with a four-tier mechanical parking system, and seven upper storeys, covering an area of approximately 1,660 square meters. Four floors will be used for commercial spaces, including retail and food outlets, while three floors will be converted into office spaces.
According to CMRL officials, “Of the seven floors that we have planned, four floors will be used as commercial spaces, which can have retail and food outlets, and the remaining three floors will be turned into office spaces.” The project’s strategic location in Arumbakkam, a neighborhood with a mix of residential and business activity, makes it an ideal site for transit-oriented development.
Key Details:
– CMRL has already floated tenders for the project.
– If the contract is awarded within a three-month timeframe, the selected developer will have about two years to complete construction.
– This initiative is part of a larger trend seen across Chennai Metro’s network, with similar projects already functional at Ekkatuthangal and another planned at Saidapet.
Objective:
By offering workplaces and amenities directly at Metro stations, CMRL aims to encourage more commuters to use the system while also tapping into new revenue streams.
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