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Manila Bulletin devider Property and Living devider New Lipa Diversion Road boosts access to Areza Estate

New Lipa Diversion Road boosts access to Areza Estate

The new road opens up new opportunities for business and urban living in Lipa City

Published Apr 7, 2026 03:03 pm
The new section 1 of the Lipa City—Mataas na Kahoy Diversion Road (Photo by Ayala Land)
The new section 1 of the Lipa City—Mataas na Kahoy Diversion Road (Photo by Ayala Land)
Section 1 of the Lipa City—Mataas na Kahoy Diversion Road was recently opened, and this development in infrastructure is expected to spur new commercial and institutional growth along a key corridor in Batangas, improving access and reinforcing Lipa’s position as a rising regional center. 
The 4.35-kilometer diversion road directly links Katigbak Road to Leviste Highway and the Southern Tagalog Arterial Road (STAR) Tollway. With Areza, an estate developed by Ayala Land and strategically situated along the STAR Tollway, the improved accessibility is considered a major catalyst for development, providing faster connections within Batangas and to Metro Manila.
City living redefined
Designed as the regional gateway to Batangas province, Areza’s location is ideal for residents aspiring to the urban lifestyle blended with nature’s warmth and Lipa’s rich heritage and businesses looking to capitalize on the area’s growth potential.
Poised to be the next regional powerhouse this side of Batangas, Areza spans 92 hectares with robust infrastructure and a strategic location for communities and businesses to thrive.
Areza Linear Park (Artist's perspective/Ayala Land)
Areza Linear Park (Artist's perspective/Ayala Land)
Its 17-meter-wide linear parks are interconnected with lush green zones along treelined pathways leading to Areza’s commercial district. At the middle of the development sits the new Lipa City Hall, the center of good governance.
Offering pre-selling commercial lots, Areza is scheduled to be turned over this year.
New road, new connectivity
With the new road in place, Areza is now more seamlessly connected to major transport networks, nearby communities, and emerging business districts—strengthening its appeal for commercial, retail, and mixed-use developments. 
The new road also enhances access to key public infrastructure, including the site of the planned Lipa City Hall, positioning the corridor as an emerging civic and institutional hub. Observers note that the convergence of transport infrastructure and government facilities could accelerate activity and investment in the surrounding area. 
Government officials highlighted the project’s broader role in supporting mobility, economic activity, and regional development during the opening ceremony, attended by representatives from national agencies and the Lipa City government.
Lipa City’s emergence as a growth node reflects broader trends in CALABARZON, the country’s largest industrial region. Data from the Philippine Statistics Authority show that the city’s population increased by more than 70 percent over two decades, while continued expansion of manufacturing and service activities has supported above-average economic growth.
As connectivity to Metro Manila improves through expressway and bypass road projects, areas along new corridors—such as the Lipa City–Mataas na Kahoy Diversion Road—are increasingly seen as strategic locations for mixed-use, commercial, and institutional developments. 
As Lipa continues to evolve beyond a manufacturing and logistics base into a more diversified urban center, infrastructure projects such as the Lipa City–Mataas na Kahoy Diversion Road are expected to play a critical role in shaping land use, connectivity, and long-term growth patterns across the city and neighboring municipalities. 

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