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Editorial - Volume 7 / Issue 1 / (2023)
Get PDFTransactions of the Association of European Schools of Planning; Vol. 7 No. 1 (2023): page i-iiThis issue of Transactions of AESOP brings together papers that address key contemporary planning themes and agendas with a particular emphasis on appreciating the importance of time and space in shaping the substantive matters planning addresses and the manner in which it responds to these.
Collectively the papers provide a timely reminder that planning as an activity has both a temporal and spatial dimension. It is enmeshed in temporal and spatial processes with material effects and must be cognisant of different temporal and spatial scales as it seeks to shape territories which maximise human flourishing within safe environmental limits. We would like to thank all the authors and reviewers who have contributed to this issue of the Journal
Lithuania at the crossroads: experience from the ‘making’ of a National Spatial Plan
Get PDFFor the past decades, Lithuania has been facing various challenges, including a massive emigration, shrinking towns and cities as well as a rapidly changing demographic, social and economic structure of the society. Inevitably, such dynamics produced a ‘spatial imprint’ in both, urban and rural areas. At the same time, different levels of governance attempt to catch up with such an accelerated development, lacking alignment, values and collectively agreed directions. Due to these pressing and complex challenges, a very recent process has been initiated by the Ministry of the Environment, aiming to move the existing national strategic planning approach to the next level and to develop an active, inclusive Comprehensive Spatial Plan of the Republic of Lithuania (CSPRL). The plan and the process behind it, are expected to set a new, transformative and innovative direction, addressing the future of the entire territory of the Lithuanian Republic and bringing all sectoral strategies into alignment. At the spotlight of the ongoing discussions are the definition of the nation-wide values, ambitions and vision, determining the future roles of existing urban centers and potentially redefining their relationship with suburban and rural ‘backlands’.publishedVersio
Does social infrastructure reduce social isolation for urbanites? : using a multilevel logistic model
Get PDFBook of proceedings: 35th AESOP Annual Congress Integrated planning in a world of turbulence, Łódź, 11-15th July, 2023Social isolation is a global problem due to its negative effects, and various efforts are being made to address isolation. As building social infrastructure is important to prevent isolation, this study aims to understand the impact of urban infrastructure on social isolation using social surveys and statistical data from South Korea. A multilevel logistic model was used to identify the characteristics of infrastructure for solving the problem of social isolation by adding regional level to individual level. The analysis showed that at the individual level, gender, age, marital status, and household income were significant, while at the regional level, the ratio of single person households, access to traditional markets, and capital status area were significant. The findings suggest that social infrastructure can have an impact on the problem of social isolation, so it’s important to plan urban spaces in ways that can help alleviate social isolation when planning infrastructure.
Keywords: Social Isolation, Multilevel Logistic Model, Social Infrastructurepublished versio
Research on future urban comprehensive transportation development strategy: based on Wuhan Yangtze new town
Get PDFBook of proceedings: 335th AESOP Annual Congress Integrated planning in a world of turbulence, Łódź, 11-15th July, 2023Taking the master planning of Wuhan Yangtze New Town as an opportunity, we propose that the traffic development of Wuhan Yangtze New Town should conform to the four basic principles of ‘regional co-ordination, multiple sharing, interaction and coordination, moderate advance’. Based on these four principles, we put forward three specific strategies which are ‘building multi-dimensional transportation network’, ‘creating seamless mobility’ and ‘TOD+ short trip’ mode. Among them, ‘building multi-dimensional transportation network’ refers to the construction of ‘air-ground-underground’ multi-dimensional transportation network. ‘Seamless mobility’ includes three basic elements of ‘shared and autonomous driving’, ‘car electrification’ and ‘mass public transit’. ‘TOD+ short trip’ mode is actually a ‘public transportation + slow traffic’ mode of travel organisation, which could help to reduce commuting traffic and promote living quality.
Keywords: Future cities; Multi-dimensional transportation; Seamless mobility; TOD+ short trip; Wuhanpublished versio
Planning stormwater infrastructure for Mumbai
No full textBook of proceedings: 35th AESOP Annual Congress Integrated planning in a world of turbulence, Łódź, 11-15th July, 2023The study focuses on investigating of stress faced by the stormwater infrastructure in Mumbai, a megacity prone to urban floods and waterlogging. The main objective is to assess the effectiveness of the existing urban drainage systems, examine the various stress factors that contribute to their inefficiency, identify international best practices, and propose urban planning solutions to mitigate flood impacts. The study emphasizes the crucial role of infrastructure, especially in reducing the city's vulnerability. It highlights the challenges encountered by Mumbai, including rapid urbanization, haphazard development, and the dense population, which intensifies the flood risk. The research incorporates relevant theories, models, and cases to formulate comprehensive recommendations. Ultimately, the study aims to contribute to the sustainable development goals and enhance the overall well-being of Mumbai's residents.
Keywords: Stormwater infrastructure, Extreme rainfall events, High tides, Urban floods, Drainage systempublished versio
Integrated planning over the boundaries within China
No full textBook of proceedings: 335th AESOP Annual Congress Integrated planning in a world of turbulence, Łódź, 11-15th July, 2023Integrated planning and design over administrative and political boundaries are becoming a hot topic in China, especially in the case of the Greater Bay Area on the account of Hong Kong and Macao two special regions. Focusing on the emergence and drivers of transboundary development, this paper discusses how China promoted this process in the context of multi-level governance. The paper unveils the transitions from the recent infrastructure projects to strategic policies for closer regional cooperation at the mega-regional and local levels. This transition is more linked with broader concerns like unbalanced development, economic resilience, convenient connectivity, etc. Hengqin, a typical case described in this paper, gives an example of the emergence of soft space since the Opening Up Policy issued in the late 1970s. For this special case, extra problems needed to be considered in the urban designs associated with the cooperation with Macao, like customs inspections, regulations, and mutual recognition.
Keywords:Macao, Hengqin, the Greater Bay Area, cross-boundary cooperation, soft space, soft planningpublished versio
Room for uncertainty in infrastructure planning : How continuous certainification by decision makers results in more uncertainty
No full textTransactions of the Association of European Schools of Planning; Vol. 7, No. 1 (2023): 36-44An increasingly dynamic environment and engaged society necessitates decision makers in infrastructure planning to adopt adaptive and participative planning approaches and give room to uncertainty in planning and decision making. In planning, individual actors belonging to a group of like-minded actors may attempt to influence decision-making about planning proposals. They do so by using a mix of instruments such as research, participation, agreements, and so on. To gain greater insight into the processes of interactions between decision makers and other relevant actors in planning, the planning of three infrastructure cases – a road upgrade, an airport runway redevelopment, and a river bypass in the Netherlands – was studied in-depth each covering a period of 20 years. Interestingly, a couple of overarching patterns regarding dealing with uncertainty in planning and decision-making appeared from the study. Decision makers continuously strive for ‘certainification’, and do so by deploying authority-based instruments. Indeed, they keep doing so, even if the the result obtained is opposite of that which was desired. Certainification i.e., decision makers striving for reducing uncertainties, often results in a reaction of ‘decertainification’ from opponents. It seems as if decision makers strengthen the latter’s own opposition. And when decision makers actually do give room for uncertainties through adopting an adaptive approach, other actors often demand less uncertainty; driving decision makers back to their thirst for certainification. To overcome this continuous loop, an arena and institutional setting should be created in which actors from different advocacy coalitions are involved in open dialogue to better balance the perceived uncertainties of all stakeholders
Unveiling the place-based approach for local territorial development: o servations in one Italian ‘inner area’
No full textBook of proceedings: 35th AESOP Annual Congress Integrated planning in a world of turbulence, Łódź, 11-15th July, 2023This paper explores the challenges and opportunities associated with implementing integrated territorial projects in Inner Areas of Italy using a place-based approach. The study focuses on the case study of the Bormida Valley, one of the pilot project areas under the National Strategy for Inner Areas (SNAI). The analysis delves into the decision-making processes, multi-level governance, and mobilization of local knowledge in formulating and implementing project actions. It reveals the complexities involved in project selection, stakeholder engagement, and adherence to regional guidelines. The findings highlight the importance of context specific approaches, local knowledge activation, and stakeholder engagement for successful project outcomes. The research contributes to understanding the intricacies of implementing integrated territorial projects and provides insights for policymakers and practitioners seeking to promote sustainable development in Inner Areas.
Keywords: local development, left behind places, place based approachpublished versio
What does ‘authenticity’ mean in Japanese cities? A case study of Kanazawa city
No full textBook of proceedings: 35th AESOP Annual Congress Integrated planning in a world of turbulence, Łódź, 11-15th July, 2023This study examines the concept of urban authenticity in Japan, specifically focusing on Kanazawa City as a case study. Through analysing three urban development projects in Kanazawa, this study hypothetically visualises how the perceived urban authenticity among citizens fluctuates with urban development and is adapted as a new authenticity. The study identifies three influential factors affecting authenticity fluctuations: reference points to define authenticity, public input, and external factors. It highlights the importance of recognising that urban authenticity in Japan encompasses a variety of reference points, to comprehend the fluctuations in relation to these reference points and to consider how authenticity can be adapted through incorporating public inputs and external evaluations. These actions contribute to the adaptation process to newly emerging authenticity in Japanese cities.
Keywords: Authenticity, Local identity, Japanese city, Urban developmentpublished versio
Attempting the regeneration of the isolated and borderline settlements of Epirus: the case study of the broader community of Pogoniani
No full textBook of proceedings: 35th AESOP Annual Congress Integrated planning in a world of turbulence, Łódź, 11-15th July, 2023The fear of space confinement during Covid 19 pandemic, led many citizens to flee to rural areas, opening again the dialogue regarding rural development. Through the case study of a borderline rural community in Epirus (Greece), the possibility of reviving rural settlements that face severe problems of abandonment and isolation, is investigated. By evaluating the current national and international regulation on rural areas and a SWOT analysing the case study area, this research sets out to examine the character of a modern management of rural areas and contribute to the revival of these isolated communities. The subject of this paper is considered critical and needs immediate attention, as rural areas gather most of the planet's natural capital, which is currently being depleted and degraded.
Keywords: regeneration, decentralisation, desertification of rural areas, post pandemic rural planningpublished versio