The Mekong Delta city of Can Tho is moving forward with plans to construct a new centralized administrative center, a major project designed to consolidate key government agencies within the Tay Do Cultural Center complex.

The proposal, which involves adjusting the 1/500 scale detailed construction plan for the area, was reviewed in a recent meeting chaired by Chairman of the city's People's Committee Tran Viet Truong.

According to the revised plan, the nearly 70-hectare site in Hung Phu ward is envisioned as a combined administrative hub and cultural center.

This new complex is slated to house the headquarters for the City's Party Committee, People's Council, People's Committee, Fatherland Front Committee, and various municipal departments and agencies.

The 2025 revised plan introduces several significant changes compared to the previously approved blueprint. Notably, the land area designated for the administrative zone will be nearly doubled, expanding from just over 10.8 ha to 20 ha.

The land use structure has also been reallocated, with a reduction in commercial and service land to make way for more space dedicated to administrative and cultural facilities.

In terms of urban planning, the new proposal sets a maximum building height of 18 stories and a total building density not to exceed 40%, while ensuring that green spaces account for at least 30% of the entire area.

The spatial layout is designed to be open, featuring a central riverside square that creates a harmonious connection between the cultural and administrative buildings. This approach aims to create an architectural landmark that reflects Can Tho's unique identity as a river-centric city.