Three TOD Projects Near Metro Line 2 Expected to Launch by Year-End

Ho Chi Minh City plans to attract investors for three land plots located in District 10, Tan Binh, and Tan Phu to implement Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) along Metro Line 2 (Ben Thanh – Tham Luong), with construction expected to begin by the end of this year.

Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) is an urban planning model that centers on public transportation systems to guide city development. TOD areas typically allow for higher land use density and population concentration, which in turn fosters greater commuter demand around transportation hubs. While widely implemented in developed countries, this model remains new to Vietnam, with no completed examples to date.

Tan Binh District Takes the Lead with Project at 446-448 Hoang Van Thu Street

The Tan Binh District People’s Committee recently announced a TOD development plan for 2025, selecting a land plot of over 5 hectares located at 446-448 Hoang Van Thu Street. This location is strategically chosen to integrate with Metro Lines 2 and 5 (Bay Hien intersection – Saigon Bridge).

Currently, the site houses the Tan Binh District Exhibition and Sports Center. Since the land is state-owned, the city will not need to conduct land clearance, which allows for immediate development. The plan is to transform this location into a multifunctional urban complex with commercial, service, cultural, sports, and underground parking facilities, all connected to both Metro Line 2 and the future Line 5.

C30 Land Plot (41 ha): A Joint TOD Project Between District 10 and Tan Binh

The People’s Committees of District 10 and Tan Binh have also selected the C30 land plot, spanning 41 hectares, located in Ward 14 between the two districts. This site is approximately 900 meters from Le Thi Rieng Park Metro Station on Line 2.

Currently managed by the state, this land is used for parking, storage, and plant rental businesses along the main roads. The proposed plan is to convert the site into a mixed-use urban zone, providing new residential and commercial space to meet growing demands.

I/82A Land Plot (26 ha): Tan Phu District Targets Compact Urban Development

Earlier, the Tan Phu District People’s Committee launched a TOD development plan on a 26-hectare plot labeled I/82A in Tay Thanh Ward. The site consists mostly of vacant land, with portions currently leased for film screening and warehousing purposes.

The urban development plan designates this plot as mixed-use land, with plans to build a compact urban area. Additionally, underground space will be utilized to optimize land usage around nearby Metro Line 2 stations.

All Three Projects Expected to Start in Q4 2025

According to the implementation schedule, districts will finalize planning outlines and budgets by Q2 and Q3 of this year. After official planning approval, investor selection and project execution are set for Q4 2025.

With these milestones in place, all three TOD demonstration sites along the Ben Thanh – Tham Luong Metro corridor have been clearly identified and scheduled for development.

Nine TOD Zones to Be Developed in 2025 Along Major Transport Lines

According to Ho Chi Minh City’s overall planning, the city aims to develop TOD models at nine strategic locations along three major ongoing transportation projects:

• Metro Line 1 (Ben Thanh – Suoi Tien)

• Metro Line 2 (Ben Thanh – Tham Luong)

• Ring Road 3

For Metro Line 2 specifically, three major land plots will be repurposed:

1. Tan Binh District Exhibition and Sports Center

2. I/82A plot in Tay Thanh Ward, Tan Phu District

3. C30 plot located between District 10 and Tan Binh

2026–2028: Expanding TOD to Suburban Areas Linked to Future Infrastructure

Following the initial phase, the city plans to expand TOD development during 2026–2028 in two additional areas:

• Tan Hiep Commune in Hoc Mon District

• Around Tan Kien Station in Binh Chanh District

These areas will be integrated with future infrastructure such as Ring Road 3 and the Ho Chi Minh City – Can Tho Railway, enhancing regional connectivity.

Ho Chi Minh City Has 64,000 Hectares of Potential TOD Land

According to the Department of Construction, Ho Chi Minh City has approximately 64,000 hectares of land available for TOD-style development. This includes:

• Around 32,000 hectares of agricultural or unused land

• About 9,000 hectares of industrial or functionally convertible land

• Roughly 23,000 hectares of existing urban land requiring restructuring or redevelopment for TOD integration

With careful planning and strategic investment, TOD can reshape Ho Chi Minh City into a more livable, efficient, and sustainable urban center.