The city of Brno is preparing a major redevelopment of the area between Cejl and Radlas, aiming to turn what is currently a fragmented and hard-to-access district into a modern, livable urban zone with improved transport links, public spaces, and greenery. The plans are outlined in a study commissioned by the Office of the Architect of the City of Brno. The Špitálka–Radlas area, located east of the historic city core, is marked today by brownfields, sparse streets, and limited green areas. Formerly home to a gas plant, incinerator, and heating plant, the district still contains remnants of industrial heritage. The study proposes transforming these underused spaces into a connected urban quarter, anchored by a new avenue linking Cejl and Masná streets and a tram line leading to the planned main railway station. According to the study, the redevelopment would strengthen the city’s urban structure, making Špitálka–Radlas a counterpart to established neighborhoods such as Veveří and Černá Pole, while improving connections with Židenice. The plan emphasizes a balanced transport system, with trams playing a central role, complemented by denser pedestrian routes to enhance accessibility. Green infrastructure is another key element. The proposal highlights the potential of the Svitavy riverbank and the old Židenice railway corridor to serve as green axes, improving the environmental quality of the area. At the same time, the study recommends preserving and adapting industrial-era architecture to give the district a distinctive identity. The redevelopment framework will guide future zoning changes, detailed planning, and investment preparation. The transformation of brownfield sites is expected to be the cornerstone of the project, supporting Brno’s broader strategy of sustainable urban renewal. Source: CTK Images: images are illustrative visualisations of similar new urban avenue projects and do not depict the actual planned development