Place › Bratislava /SK/
Date › 2024
Client › The City of Bratislava
Processor › Metropolitan Institute of Bratislava
Authors › D. Tomko, L. Trajterová, R. Bečka, Ľ. Bednarovičová, J. Bozáňová, J. Brunovský, M. Ďurdíková, N. Dvorčák, M. Filo, R. Hluško, D. Hrabovská, P. Hrehušová, J. Ilčíková, A. Juhás, K. Krajňák, O. Nováček, K. Olesová, O. Oravec, M. Rohaľ, Ľ. Rybnikár, M. Šmiralová, Z. Žurkinová
Type › Urban Study (Basis for Amendments to the Bratislava Master Plan)
Status › Negotiated and Approved
Urban Study Mlynské Nivy
The Mlynské Nivy area holds strong potential for transformation from a former industrial zone into a modern, compact urban district directly connected to the city center of Bratislava. Covering 138 hectares, the area is currently largely underutilized and represents a key opportunity for developing affordable housing and essential urban amenities.
The urban study, developed by the Metropolitan Institute of Bratislava in cooperation with the Ružinov borough and local landowners, addresses the coordination of private investment plans, public interest, and broader urban development context. It evaluates options for functional land use changes, spatial regulation, and sets guidelines for sustainable development.
The main goal is to create a high-quality urban environment with a focus on housing, education, healthcare and social infrastructure, public spaces, and greenery. Mlynské Nivy is envisioned as a model for a sustainable district, built on the principles of a compact city.
Key Objectives of the Urban Study for the Mlynské Nivy Zone:
· Assess the potential and limitations of the area
· Align development intentions within the territory
· Promote city growth through inner-city land recycling to meet current resident needs
· Create a comprehensive, modern urban environment based on compact city principles
The approved study also serves as an expert basis for amendments to Bratislava’s Master Plan and represents a pilot project of integrated planning that responds to current urban development challenges.
More information is available in the final version of the urban study→ and in the interactive storymap→.
