The new general plan provides solutions to the biggest problems in North Tallinn. It opens up the waterfront and old industrial areas. It also improves mobility within the district and connections to other districts.
With the plan, the population of North Tallinn could increase by 40,000 people. This will put additional pressure on traffic. The general plan emphasizes the need to develop public transport, cycling paths, and pedestrian movement.
Deputy Mayor Madle Lippus said that walking and cycling will remain important. Mayor Jevgeni Ossinovski added that car traffic will not decrease, but the city government is focused on alleviating it. For example, new tram lines are planned, such as the Pelguranna tram, which is expected to be completed by 2029.
Kristjan Järvan, another deputy mayor, mentioned that the addition of 30,000 to 40,000 new residents is a major challenge. He noted that improving pedestrian and cycling connections is crucial.
The new general plan allows for faster progress with detailed plans. It takes less time since each detailed plan does not alter the general plan.
After council approval, the plan will be opened for public discussion. Additionally, work will begin on a new comprehensive city-wide general plan based on the Tallinn 2035 strategy.
The new general plan improves the connection between the city and the sea. It creates a seaside promenade and makes the coastal area more accessible. Old port and industrial areas will be transformed into residential, cultural, and business environments. Green spaces and parks will also be created.
The green network preserves natural areas such as the Paljassaare Nature Reserve and Merimetsa Forest. New green corridors, such as Putukaväil, will be added.
The preparation of the new general plan for North Tallinn took over 15 years.