The Tallinn City Government has submitted a draft decision to the City Council for the adoption of a detailed plan for the Pikaliiva 69 property and its surrounding area in Haabersti District.

The planned area is located in Pikaliiva, Haabersti, and is bordered by Lake Harku to the west, Pikaliiva Street to the east, residential plots to the north, and undeveloped land to the south.

Deputy Mayor Madle Lippus emphasized that the development aligns with the 15-minute city principle and is an important step in providing essential local services for the growing community. "An analysis of the city’s education network supports the need for both a kindergarten and a school in this area. More than half of the planned area along the Lake Harku shoreline will be dedicated to pedestrian and cycling paths, a promenade, and various recreational activities," Lippus explained.

The detailed plan aims to create 11 plots designated for the development of educational and social services, as well as public green spaces, roads, and streets. Construction rights will be granted for five plots intended for public buildings and a substation, while one plot will be allocated for a wastewater pumping station. Additionally, one public land plot will be designated, along with two plots where public land will make up 80-95% and community-use land will account for 5-20%. The plan also outlines landscaping, access roads, parking, and utility infrastructure. Two green corridors within the area will be preserved and integrated into the development.

“With the Pikaliiva development, we are creating a future district where education, sports, and nature are in balance, and all essential services are within easy reach. This is not just about constructing new buildings but establishing a comprehensive environment where children can learn and move safely, families can enjoy quality time together, and the community can grow stronger. Opening up the Lake Harku shoreline to all Tallinn residents will create a unique urban space where nature and city life coexist harmoniously,” said Anna Levandi, District Governor of Haabersti.

Buildings will be concentrated along Pikaliiva Street to keep the lakeshore accessible for public use. The area will feature sports fields, playgrounds, a beach promenade, and a dedicated cycling path, with opportunities for outdoor learning. The plan includes a kindergarten, a primary school with a sports hall, a care facility for adults, senior housing, a family center for young children, a daycare for children with special needs, a service pavilion with restrooms, a viewing tower, and a football stadium.

Green spaces will make up 60% of the planning area, incorporating walking and cycling paths, a beach promenade, sports fields, and nature-inspired play areas. Facilities for outdoor education and beach services will also be developed. The area falls within the protected shoreline zone of Lake Harku and will remain publicly accessible, with no roads or parking areas planned. Street lighting will be installed for safety, and a stormwater drainage system along with a treatment wetland will be implemented.

Up to 5% of public buildings on one plot may be designated for commercial use, allowing for establishments such as a pharmacy or café. The plot may also include smaller structures, such as bicycle parking facilities and shelters for waste containers.

Once the detailed plan is approved by the Tallinn City Council, the Tallinn Urban Planning Department and Haabersti District Government will organize a public exhibition of the plan. The plan was prepared by RUUM JA MAASTIK OÜ, and materials can be accessed in the Tallinn Planning Register: https://tpr.tallinn.ee/DetailPlanning/Details/DP044890.