Overhaul of BGC master plan under way
State-run Bases Conversion and Development Authority (BCDA) is conducting a study to overhaul the master plan of Bonifacio Global City (BGC), a move aimed at repositioning the business and commercial district into a more “people-first” urban area.
In a statement on Monday, the BCDA announced it had tapped professional services firm SyCip Gorres Velayo & Co. to conduct a 9-month consultation and technical study to update the BGC master plan.
BCDA President and CEO Joshua Bingcang, an engineer, said the revision would integrate modern urban planning principles, with a strong emphasis on public spaces, mobility and transport systems.
“We want to make sure that BGC continues to become more people-centric, with greater focus on open spaces, mobility, and transportation. Moving forward, we want BGC to be more open and accessible to all sectors of society,” Bingcang said.
The study began this month and would run until September, the authority said.
According to the BCDA, the review will involve data-driven urban analysis, visioning workshops and consultations with key stakeholders to ensure development strategies are aligned with existing policies and infrastructure capacity.
This planned revamp aims to address what the BCDA described as “emerging challenges,” including traffic congestion, infrastructure limitations, climate-related risks and the need for more inclusive and accessible mobility options.
Formerly a military installation known as Fort Bonifacio, the 240-hectare district was developed by the BCDA in partnership with Ayala Land and the Campos group. It has since evolved into one of Metro Manila’s top commercial hubs, home to high-end retail, office towers and residential developments.
The authority said the updated master plan was expected to help attract long-term investments in the area.
“Once completed, the updated BGC plan is expected to support long-term investments, generate employment, and improve mobility and accessibility for workers, residents, and visitors,” the BCDA said.
The study will also examine ways to better connect BGC to existing and planned transport systems. It will likewise review the BCDA’s gross floor area entitlements, which may be strategically reallocated to ensure optimal land use.
