Understanding TOD Properties, Their Advantages and Disadvantages
With the increasing development of public transportation modes such as the MRT, LRT Jabodebek, LRT Jakarta, and Transjakarta, the term TOD (Transit Oriented Development) is increasingly being used as a buzzword and promotional activity for various property projects that adopt this concept. Below is an explanation of the advantages and disadvantages of TOD properties for consideration before purchasing.
Understanding TOD Properties
Simply put, TOD is an abbreviation for Transit-Oriented Development, meaning Transit-Oriented Development (property). As the name suggests, TOD projects are residential or business areas integrated with mass transportation (stations/terminals) within a radius of less than 1 km, or reachable within 5-10 minutes on foot.
The TOD concept can actually be a solution, especially for the younger generation, to own a city-centered residence that supports daily mobility at an affordable price. TOD-based residential projects are also dominated by vertical housing, which indirectly provides a solution to limited land in urban areas.
Advantages of TOD Properties
- Supports High Mobility
With locations integrated with public transportation, TOD properties facilitate daily mobility, such as commuting to work and traveling. This also reduces dependence on private vehicles, which contribute to pollution. By using public transportation, fuel and routine maintenance costs can be reduced, and traffic congestion can be avoided.
2. Time Efficiency and Productivity
Shorter commutes, avoiding traffic jams, and less time spent on the road allow you to do other things that make you more productive. Furthermore, the pedestrian-friendly design of TOD residences encourages more active movement.
3. Better Facilities
TOD areas are typically designed to be self-sufficient, embracing mixed-use or one-stop living. This allows properties in TOD areas to combine residential areas with various other amenities, such as shopping centers, offices, and other public facilities, within a single area that is easily accessible to unit owners.
Disadvantages of TOD Properties
- High Prices & Over-Commercialization
Although TOD-based properties were initially targeted at low-income communities (MBR) and the working class, TOD-based properties are currently being sold at high prices, rendering TOD accessibility merely a marketing gimmick.
2. Development Risks
Recently, several high-rise projects with the TOD concept have reportedly experienced various delays, ranging from construction and unit handovers to even stalled construction progress. This can backfire, transforming promising housing into areas that are even completely uninhabitable.
3. Accessibility and Spatial Planning
A lack of synchronization between developers and other parties responsible for the arrangement of public facilities and other supporting facilities is often found in TOD-based properties, such as sidewalks, pedestrian areas, bicycle paths, and so on. Furthermore, dense TOD areas have the potential to create densely populated areas that require special attention to maintain a clean and tidy appearance.
Is Yukari Sawangan a TOD project?
Based on the previously explained definition, YUKARI Sawangan is not a TOD concept residence, but it is present as a landed residence with all the conveniences that can make your life easier. Located just minutes from the Pamulang Toll Gate and Desari Toll Gate (Sawangan) to facilitate mobility. Public transportation will also continue to develop slowly, with the discourse of adding an MRT line to South Tangerang, and Biskita Trans Depok which is also planned to pass through Sawangan. Various places, such as shopping centers, fitness centers, and various entertainment areas, are also available nearby. Equipped with a beautiful environment and a variety of comfortable facilities, you can experience a better quality of life at YUKARI Sawangan. If interested, you can contact us at 0823-1133-4579 (WhatsApp), visit us via Instagram DM, or visit the official YUKARI Sawangan website here.
