Port of Spain East Redevelopment

Port of Spain East has the potential to serve as an attractive residential, commercial and cultural area in close proximity to the Central Business District. However, it presently lacks public amenities and is considered to be unsafe by many residents and visitors.

The establishment of a pedestrian and biking corridor along the St. Ann’s River (East Dry River), as well as improvements in the natural and built environment may create the conditions necessary for the re-emergence of a secure, healthy residential area with a rich cultural history. this would also require that Riverside Plaza and other commercial sites be better integrated with the downtown core.

The proposed area in Port of Spain east to be developed by the Housing Development Corporation (HDC) is bounded by the St. Ann’s River to the east, George Street to the west, Duke Street to the north and Queen Street to the south. The block is intersected by Nelson Street which runs north-south from Duke Street to Queen Street dividing it into ten (10) city blocks.

NDC proposes the development of 3,000 residential family units in Port of Spain East with related amenities. The project will include natural areas along the St. Ann’s River for the development of a pedestrian and biking corridor, cultural centres integrating the Port City, training centres and simulation facilities, recreational areas and civic spaces, and warehousing and light manufacturing. It is envisioned that transportation will be provided by a tram/light rail system.