Hill on Empire reaches new heights with Santam and MiWay signed up as key Phase 2 tenants
Johannesburg, 08 June 2022 – After the successful launch of the Hill on Empire business park in the scenic, central and appealing heartland of Parktown in 2017, the developers and owners are gearing up for an even more ambitious, green and modern Phase 2 roll out going into 2023.
The Hill on Empire precinct comprises two office buildings, totaling 31 000m2 of A-grade workspace with breath-taking views of the Johannesburg skyline, and Phase 2 will unlock 15 869m2 of the space at a total development cost of R372 million. Santam and MiWay have already signed up to take occupation on 1 July 2023, and they will fully occupy Phase 2.
“Phase 1 offered tenants a view beyond business but we are really going above and beyond with Phase 2. There is a strong emphasis on sustainability focussing on efficiency, harnessing green energy and energy efficiency,” says Asset Manager from Redefine Properties (JSE: RDF), Pieter Strydom.
Green features of this project include a solar PV plant and energy efficient lighting solutions,” he says.
Speaking at the recent sod turning ceremony to commence building, Associate Development Director at Abland, Simon van Helsdingen, said what stands out is that the commercial precinct is on some of the best arterial routes, with Empire Road providing easy access to the city centre and major highways, with the entire area offering access to schools, entertainment and heritage sites, including Constitution Hill.
“This location easily connects businesses to all corners of Johannesburg, truly taking businesses to new heights,” he says.
Andre Lotz from Santam adds: “There are obviously many options for lessees at the moment due to an oversupply of office space following the Covid-19 pandemic and businesses adopting hybrid ways of work. We had no hesitation in choosing Hill on Empire as the ideal location to take our business to the next level ensuring our workforce enjoy great access routes and a modern work environment, connecting it to our intermediaries, clients and communities with the bonus of enjoying access to magnificent cultural and heritage sights all around.”
