Name of the Project
University of the Western Cape (UWC) student accommodation.

Location
Western Cape, South Africa.

Project Owner/s
Calgro M3 Group.

Once handed over, the UWC will have full ownership and management control of the residences.

Project Description
The project entails the construction of student accommodation for the UWC.

The accommodation is to be built on three parcels of land adjacent to one another within the Belhar development, which is a mixed-use, high-density residential project. The 44 000 m² site borders the southern boundary of the UWC campus.

The development is close to the Unibell train station and the Cape Peninsula University of Technology.

The accommodation will comprise six buildings capable of housing 2 720 beds. Different types of sleeping quarters will be available, including single and double rooms, and double-room apartments. There will also be suitable accommodation and ablution facilities to cater for disabled students.

Various communal facilities will be located within the residences, such as bathrooms, lounges, study and dining areas, kitchens, laundries and tuckshops, along with gym areas and residence-manager apartments. All the buildings will be equipped with WiFi, security fences, access control and closed-circuit television.

The housing will also feature landscaped gardens.

Potential Job Creation
Not stated.

Capital Expenditure
The project is 50% funded by the UWC and 50% by the Development Bank of Southern Africa.

Planned Start/End Date
Construction activities on the Unibell precinct started at the beginning of August 2020 and are due for completion, in phases, between October 2021 to February 2022.

Latest Developments
None stated.

Key Contracts, Suppliers and Consultants
None stated.

Contact Details for Project Information
Calgro M3 Group, tel +27 21 911 2345 or email info@calgrom3.com.