Editor’s note: In December 1st, 2005, The Application for Registration of Expo 2010 Shanghai was approved by the 138th General Assembly of Bureau International Expositions. After its approval, The Application for Registration has attracted extensive attention from all over the world. The Application for Registration is the legal document on the complete implementation program of Expo 2010 Shanghai China, and also serves as the fundamental guideline for the Expo preparation. Therefore, the whole preparation work of the Expo will be the active implementation  process on the basis of the Application.for Registration In order to make it more convenient for all sorts of people home and abroad to understand the Application for Registration comprehensively, we hereby publish the abstracts of the Application for Registration on the official website of Expo 2010. The following is the “Application for Registration of Expo 2010 Shanghai

8. Preliminary After-use Plan

Expo.com: The Application for Registration of Expo 2010 Shanghai has attracted extensive attention from all over the world, after its approval on December 1st, 2005 by the 138th representative members’ convention of the Bureau of International Exhibitions. The Application is the legal document on the complete implementation program of Expo 2010 Shanghai China, and also serves as the fundamental outline for the Expo preparation. Therefore, the whole preparation procedure of the Expo will be the active process on the basis of the Application. We here publish the abstracts of the Application for Registration on the official website of Expo 2010, in order to make it more convenient for all sorts of people home and abroad to understand the Application comprehensively. The followings are the “Application for Registration of Expo 2010 Shanghai (Abstract 8)- Preliminary After-use Plan”.

The after-use depends mainly on a clear functional definition for the planning area of 5.28km2, and a coordinated and comprehensive arrangement before and after the Exposition. In light of the re-adjustment of urban layout and the re-development of both sides of the Huangpu River, the Exposition site, through construction before and re-development after Expo 2010, will become a landmark in the downtown area of Shanghai in the 21st century, a modern center for international cultural exchanges and business, and a model for metropolitan re-development. The after-use consists of three aspects: (1) the after-use of the pavilions; (2) the re-development of the land; and (3) the continued use of the newly built infrastructure and service facilities.

8.1 Principles of After-use 8.1.1 To Serve the Overall Urban Development Strategy

In light of the social and economic development strategy of Shanghai, and according to the current city functions and facilities, the Organizer will try to make the Exposition a complement to the shortfalls in urban functions during and after the great event and see to it that the after-use may fit into the overall development strategy of the city. It is important to take into full account all the tangible assets created by Expo 2010, such as the massive transport system, various architectures and facilities, as well as its intangible legacy to the whole society after the close of the Expo 2010. 8.1.2 To Be Consistent with the Expo Theme

The full elaboration of the theme of Expo 2010 “Better City, Better Life”, will run through the Expo site planning process. The after-use study is based on the theme as the predominant philosophy. The impact of Expo 2010 will go beyond its 6 months’ duration. The spirit inherent in the theme will be carried on in the next 60 years. The area will therefore project Shanghai’s new image and become a landmark of the upgrading of city functions. 8.1.3 To Adapt to Geographical Position

The Expo site is located at the midpoint between the Pudong International Airport and the Hongqiao International Airport. It goes along the Huangpu River, between Nanpu Bridge in the north and Lupu Bridge in the south, with Xupu Bridge farther south and the Lujiazui Financial Zone in the northeast. It is also backed up by such logistics centers as the Yangshan Deep Water Port and the Waigaoqiao Bonded Zone. All in all, it shows an obvious advantageous location in terms of transport, finance and logistics, which will render rationality and feasibility to its after-Expo development as an international trade zone. Comparable to the Lujiazui Financial Zone in all configurations, the Rear Bund Area is well positioned as International Trade Zone in Shanghai. An entirely new Trade Center will emerge on the Expo site when the after-use plan is carried out. 8.1.4 To Be Economically and Technically Feasible

According to an analysis of the land value of the Exposition site before, during and after the Exposition respectively, it is clear that initial investment in Expo 2010 will be substantially rewarded during and after the Exposition through reasonable management and operation. However, the post-Expo value will be the true legacy to the residents of Shanghai and the Chinese people as a whole. Herein lies the ultimate evaluation of Expo 2010. To make the Exposition a success, it is crucial that we should take full account of after-use while drawing up plans and implementing them at an early stage so that the value expected of the Exposition may be realized to its full extent both economically and technically. 8.1.5 To Be Flexible

In line with the principle of flexibility for after-use and keeping pace with the times, the Organizer will reserve sufficient space at the Exposition site for sustainable development to ensure close connection between the re-development of the site and the overall development of the city. This will help maximize comprehensive benefits and leave enough time and space to after-use development. 8.1.6 To Achieve Cultural Continuity and Urban Renaissance

After Expo 2010, the Exposition site will constitute an important part of the city of Shanghai, presenting not only quality urban life of a metropolis, but also the features and spirit of the city’s culture.

8.2 Plan for the After-use of Pavilions and Facilities 8.2.1 New Buildings and Renovated Buildings

After Expo 2010, some buildings with distinctive features and large pavilion facilities will be preserved.

According to relevant regulations of the BIE and the tradition of World Expositions, all pavilions shall be temporary pavilions and the sites assigned to participants shall be returned to their original condition after the Exposition. The Organizer encourages the participating foreign countries to construct their own national pavilions in a manner that reflects the theme of the Exposition, their respective national cultural heritages, and the architectural styles of their cities. The Organizer, together with the participants concerned, may decide which pavilions can be preserved and to which location they may be re-assigned.

The pavilions to be preserved shall fit into the eco-environmental agenda of the 21st century, with special attention paid to nature, environment, health and energy efficiency. They shall reflect the contemporary desire for sustainable development with harmony between human beings and the nature, and display the perfect combination of good design and natural ecology. The buildings shall also reflect the state of the art technologies in the use of new materials, new technologies and new structures. The building materials shall be environment-friendly materials easy for assembly and disassembly, so as to make future removal and reconstruction technologically and economically possible.

China Pavilion to be located in Zone A will be permanently preserved as a symbol of the cooperation of the Expo by China and BIE.

In Zone B, the theme pavilions will be temporary buildings, the Community Center will become a first-class large-scale conference center and the performance center will continue to be an important venue for cultural exchanges between countries.

The building cluster on the original site of Jiangnan Shipyard will be preserved selectively and in the light of the after-use plan, and turned into a Modern Industry Museum with the major function of large-scale industrial exhibition and cultural and art exchange.

The World Exposition Museum to be located in Zone E and its support facilities will be a legacy to Shanghai as a world-class culture and exhibition research center.

The Expo Village complex, based on the existing structures, with the full consideration of the after-use, is planned to be turned into a comprehensive urban community with an integration of all the functions of commerce, tourism and entertainment, where service apartment houses dominate with complete support facilities of service.

The planning of public support facilities of service will be made in very close connection with the planning of the after-use of the Expo Park, and those facilities will be an organic part of the Expo Park after the Expo duration through preservation, renovation and removal. 8.2.2 Protected and Preserved Buildings

Different ways of preservation will be taken, in the light of the current condition of the buildings within the park and the master plan of the Expo, and the preservation projects of the buildings concerned and value differences of the buildings themselves. The planning will divide the protected buildings and preserved buildings within the site boundary into three types: protected buildings, preserved heritage buildings and generally preserved buildings during the Expo.

1. Protected buildings

They are legally protected buildings as well as permanently preserved buildings, including cultural products protecting institutions and Shanghai Municipal Excellent Heritage Architectures. According to the Cultural Products Protection Law of the People’s Republic of China，a total of seven places within the Expo Park have been placed on the second list of Shanghai municipal excellent heritage architectures.

2. Preserved heritage buildings

They are heritage buildings with distinctive features in terms of architectural style, architectural structure, architectural decoration and cultural legacy. They are also categorized as permanently preserved architectures.

3. Generally preserved buildings

They meet the requirements of the Expo space or support facilities of service during the Expo in terms of architectural structure and form. Whether they are to be torn down or be preserved after the Expo depends on the future requirements.

8.3 Preliminary Plan for Land Re-development 8.3.1 Planning Structure

The re-development of the Expo area will be conducted in line with both the functions and the future development of this area. International cultural exchange is one of the city’s important functions and a significant means to demonstrate the city spirit. However, the city lags far behind other international metropolitan cities in terms of cultural amenities, especially large complexes. As the number of foreign consulates-general and representative offices in Shanghai rises year by year and more domestic and overseas agencies converge in Shanghai, along with the accelerated development of the modern service industry, the shortfall of such facilities is even more apparent. As the policy for the downtown area is to increase public space and common green area, decrease FAR (floor area ratio) and total buildings, the demand for the first class office buildings will continue to grow and exceed supply. We will take advantage of the impact of the Exposition to re-develop the site with a view to meeting the demand for international cultural exchange facilities and business services. In this way, the Exposition site will be turned into a complex catering to international cultural exchanges, international relations, business, and tourism with adequate residential quarters.

According to the theme “Better City, Better Life”, a really vigorous and dynamic urban area will be built here that will fit into the current urban fabric and merge with the life in the surrounding area.

The re-developed area on the Expo site will extend along the city functional axis line, running northwards along South Xizang Road to the People’s Square, the Administration Center and the downtown area, and be closely connected to the downtown area by the transport axis line of South Xizang Road and Metro Line 8.

The Expo Plaza and the axis line (the Expo Boulevard) will remain as a municipal public center for outdoor gatherings and cultural performances. The plaza cluster and the pedestrian sightseeing route, in somewhat diminished size, will selectively emerge as a space system for local public activities with all the dining and entertainment facilities intact. The performance center and cultural squares will become a stage for urban activities in this region where cultural feats may be always presented. 8.3.2 Functional Layout

(1) The Exposition site will be used mainly for international trade with supplementary functions of conference and exhibition, cultural exchange, tourism, leisure and business.

(2) The permanent facilities will concentrate in the enclosed area between Lupu Bridge and the Expo axis line. Those in the Pudong Section will be preserved for a future Exhibition and Conference Center, and those in the Puxi Section for a Cultural Exchange Center.

(3) There are three major areas for re-development after Expo 2010: the first is located to the west of Lupu Bridge reserved for urban development, the second is located between the Bailianjing rivulet and the Expo axis line for urban commercial and residential development, and the third is located to the east of the Expo axis line in the Puxi Section for development of residential quarters.

8.4 After-use of the New Infrastructure Facilities

The new infrastructure facilities will remain after Expo 2010 and form a framework to support Shanghai’s efforts to set up four centers, namely, economic, financial, commercial and shipping centers; and to meet the demand of 20 million residents for urban infrastructure facilities and public utilities. 8.4.1 Urban Open Green Area

a. The riverside green land to remain as the Expo Park

The Riverside Green Land will be preserved as a large open space for public activities in Shanghai after Expo 2010.

b. Two waterfront green belts to be kept

The two waterfront green belts will be kept and constitute part of the open space on both sides of the Huangpu River.

c. The green wedges leading to the waterfront to be partially preserved

The green wedges will also be partially kept and, with the land re-development, strengthen the connection between the waterfront areas and the water. They will bring the city closer to nature, thereby increasing the value of the waterfront land. 8.4.2 Support Service Facilities

a. International trade zone

The future International Trade center will serve functions of business, conference, exhibition and other events and ensure the normal and efficient operation of the whole area.

b. Local commercial network

In order to ensure quality life for the residents in this area after Expo 2010, the local commercial network will be completed and further improved. The construction of the commercial network will keep up with the pace of residential building construction and be rationally distributed.

8.5 Framework Plan for After-use Planning, Construction and Development

a. Planning and approval phase (2008-2010)

In 2008, the master plan of after-use development will be completed and submitted to the relevant departments for approval.

In 2009-2010, the regulatory plan will be completed and the approval of the feasibility study report of the projects will be completed.

b. The designing phase of individual projects and the disassembling work of temporary buildings in some plots (2010-2012)

c. Major projects construction phase (2012-2020)

In 2010-2020, major projects construction will start in full swing.

In 2020, major projects construction will be completed.