Filinvest Land to expand Cebu township City di Mare

FILINVEST Land, Inc. (FLI) is planning to further develop its Cebu township City di Mare by adding new civic spaces and improving in-city mobility.

“We recognize the importance of civic spaces and in-city mobility enhancing the quality of life for Cebuanos. Thus, FLI is committed to creating a thriving community at City di Mare in Cebu City,” Filinvest Townships First Vice-President Don Ubaldo said in a statement.

“As part of our dedication to the city’s goals, we will be developing these new features to benefit the community,” Mr. Ubaldo added.

City di Mare, a 58-hectare development in Cebu, covers a 40-hectare mixed-used area and a 10-hectare commercial sector.

“It is also home to Cebu City’s first-ever pump track for active bicyclists,” the company said.

The company said that planned civic spaces will have multi-use sports fields — approximately two football fields, while another area will be a leisure space including but not limited to bazaars, cultural spaces, food stalls, and interim pop-up attractions.

“The planned civic spaces at City di Mare are envisioned to serve Cebu City’s residents, similar to parks, and may even serve as emergency evacuation areas if needed,” the company said.

The new areas will add to the township’s park areas, which currently feature brand-new recreational amenities including play and exercise equipment, and the City di Mare Events Grounds where the 2023 Sinulog Festival was held.

Additionally, the company is also planning to add new sidewalks, widen existing roads, add new access roads leading into the development, and build a pedestrian bridgeway connecting the township to FLI’s IL Corso mall.

The company said that it will also further develop the property’s coastal area in an effort to support the Cebu City government’s goal to improve the location’s “coastal experience.”

“These spaces will not only provide residents with recreational areas but also contribute to the overall resilience and sustainability of the city. We look forward to working closely with the local government and community to bring these plans to fruition,” he said.

Meanwhile, the company has also acquired an 8.1-hectare property aimed to be a mixed-use development, which will feature residential, commercial, office, and retail components in South Road Properties, Cebu City. — Adrian H. Halili