Spatial planning
View article: Tourism, territory and transition: Heritage spatialization in Uzbekistan
Tourism, territory and transition: Heritage spatialization in Uzbekistan Open
Purpose This study examines the transformation of Uzbekistan’s tourism geography between 2010 and 2024, emphasizing the shift from rapid spatial expansion to strategic consolidation around h…
View article: Flood Risk Assessment in the Greater Bay Area Based on Multidimensional Dynamic Data
Flood Risk Assessment in the Greater Bay Area Based on Multidimensional Dynamic Data Open
This study addresses the current situation of the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area as a core economic development zone in China that is frequently threatened by flood disasters. We collected 13 types of indicator data and employe…
View article: Understanding the Spatial Differentiation and Driving Mechanisms of Human Settlement Satisfaction Using Geographically Explainable Machine Learning: A Case Study of Xiamen’s Urban Physical Examination
Understanding the Spatial Differentiation and Driving Mechanisms of Human Settlement Satisfaction Using Geographically Explainable Machine Learning: A Case Study of Xiamen’s Urban Physical Examination Open
In recent years, as Chinese cities have entered a stage of high-quality transformation, enhancing livability and achieving refined governance within existing urban spaces has become a central issue in urban planning and management. The est…
View article: Evaluating the coupling coordination between Healthy Beijing initiative and economic development
Evaluating the coupling coordination between Healthy Beijing initiative and economic development Open
Background and objective Health and economic development are pivotal elements underpinning societal progress, with intricate mutual influences. Under China’s “Healthy China” Initiative, the “Healthy Beijing Initiative” plays a crucial role…
View article: Transport-Node-Based Performance Indicators and Tourism Infrastructure Strategies in Historic Cultural Districts
Transport-Node-Based Performance Indicators and Tourism Infrastructure Strategies in Historic Cultural Districts Open
Historic and cultural districts serve as important carriers of urban heritage, but increasing tourist flows have placed growing demands on the capacity of their tourism infrastructure. This study constructs a node-based evaluation framewor…
View article: Multi-Source Geospatial Framework for Identifying Inefficient Land Stock in Shenzhen
Multi-Source Geospatial Framework for Identifying Inefficient Land Stock in Shenzhen Open
China’s urban development is shifting from extensive expansion to intensive improvement, making the identification of inefficient stock land essential for sustainable urban renewal. Yet, existing approaches are often limited by incomplete …
View article: A Study on Novel Grid-based Spatiotemporal Information Management Techniques
A Study on Novel Grid-based Spatiotemporal Information Management Techniques Open
To address the problems and challenges of spatiotemporal information management in the era of big data, this study utilizes the Earth-based spatiotemporal grid framework technology. It establishes a spatial management model based on spatio…
View article: THE EVOLVING ROLE OF AN ACTIVE INDUSTRIAL COMPLEX: Sümerbank Ordu - Soybean Factory
THE EVOLVING ROLE OF AN ACTIVE INDUSTRIAL COMPLEX: Sümerbank Ordu - Soybean Factory Open
This study examines the spatial and historical transformation of the Sümerbank Ordu–Soybean Factory, constructed according to Republican-era planning principles and still in operation. The study aims to demonstrate that the factory is not …
View article: Multi-Dimensional Benefit Evaluation of Urban Spaces Driven by Consumer Preferences
Multi-Dimensional Benefit Evaluation of Urban Spaces Driven by Consumer Preferences Open
Against the backdrop of efforts to improve the quality of urban spatial stock, assessments of spatial benefits driven by consumption preferences integrate subjective decision-making and objective environmental factors to provide quantitati…
View article: WITHDRAWN: Sea-Level Rise and Spatial Risk Assessment of the Coastal Heritage Sites in Bangladesh Using MCDM
WITHDRAWN: Sea-Level Rise and Spatial Risk Assessment of the Coastal Heritage Sites in Bangladesh Using MCDM Open
The full text of this preprint has been withdrawn by the authors while they make corrections to the work. Therefore, the authors do not wish this work to be cited as a reference. Questions should be directed to the corresponding author.
View article: Integrating Spatial Analysis and Regional Science to Guide Urban Planning
Integrating Spatial Analysis and Regional Science to Guide Urban Planning Open
View article: Marine Spatial Planning (MSP) and Terrestrial Spatial Planning (TSP). The Path Towards an Integration of Both Plans
Marine Spatial Planning (MSP) and Terrestrial Spatial Planning (TSP). The Path Towards an Integration of Both Plans Open
Marine Spatial Planning (MSP) and Terrestrial Spatial Planning (TSP) have traditionally operated as separate systems, resulting in fragmented governance of coastal territories. This article introduces Integrated Spatial Planning (ISP), a m…
View article: NESP MaC Project 3.5 - Supporting regional planning in northern Australia: Building knowledge, skills and partnerships for understanding seagrass distribution, 2023-2026 (JCU, CDU, ECU)
NESP MaC Project 3.5 - Supporting regional planning in northern Australia: Building knowledge, skills and partnerships for understanding seagrass distribution, 2023-2026 (JCU, CDU, ECU) Open
This record provides an overview of the NESP Marine and Coastal Hub study - Project 3.5 – Supporting regional planning in northern Australia: Building knowledge, skills and partnerships for understanding seagrass distribution. For specific…
View article: The Contribution of Spatial Planning Parameters to Urban Social Justice
The Contribution of Spatial Planning Parameters to Urban Social Justice Open
Land-use allocations—such as housing density, parcel size, parks, and other green areas—are key spatial planning or zoning parameters that have a large impact on how resources are distributed within cities. These parameters play a central …
View article: Estructura espacial, suelo industrialy reindustrialización: observaciones recientes en el área urbana de León (España)
Estructura espacial, suelo industrialy reindustrialización: observaciones recientes en el área urbana de León (España) Open
This paper presents a study of the organization and trends of productive space in medium-sized, underindustrialized cities with recent territorial dynamics that give prominence to business settlements, industrial estates, and technology pa…
View article: Novel Planning Strategies for Ecological Restoration of Abandoned Mines: A Case of Toli County, China
Novel Planning Strategies for Ecological Restoration of Abandoned Mines: A Case of Toli County, China Open
With the development of mineral resources, the inevitable creation of numerous abandoned mines has impacted environmental resources. Numerous studies have been conducted on the restoration and management of individual abandoned mines. Howe…
View article: A Study on Multi-Dimensional Analysis and Spatial Differentiation of the Resilience of Folk Cultural Spaces on Xiamen Island, China
A Study on Multi-Dimensional Analysis and Spatial Differentiation of the Resilience of Folk Cultural Spaces on Xiamen Island, China Open
Amid rapid global urbanization, folk cultural spaces are facing a pronounced “resilience crisis.” Existing studies primarily emphasize material preservation while lacking a holistic assessment of cultural spaces. Using Xiamen Island as a c…
View article: Risk to European birds from collisions with wind-energy facilities
Risk to European birds from collisions with wind-energy facilities Open
In line with Europe’s decarbonization goals, wind-power capacity is projected to increase in future years. However, wind-energy facilities can affect biodiversity; flying animals can fatally collide with wind-energy infrastructure. Here, w…
View article: Participatory Approaches to Landscape Planning in Urban Fringe Areas: A Systematic Review of Community Co-Design and Institutional Governance Frameworks
Participatory Approaches to Landscape Planning in Urban Fringe Areas: A Systematic Review of Community Co-Design and Institutional Governance Frameworks Open
This paper provides a systematic review of participatory landscape planning in urban fringe areas, focusing on community co-design and institutional governance frameworks. Urban fringes are regions where urban expansion intersects with rur…
View article: Urban Afforestation as Spatial Strategy: Applied Design Research on the Eastern Greenway in Rome
Urban Afforestation as Spatial Strategy: Applied Design Research on the Eastern Greenway in Rome Open
Urban forestation has become a key policy tool for addressing contemporary environmental, climatic, and social challenges. In Italy—particularly in Rome—recent climate mitigation and environmental improvement initiatives have promoted affo…
View article: Geospatial Analysis of Emergency Healthcare Accessibility: Bridging Urban–Rural Disparities in Romania
Geospatial Analysis of Emergency Healthcare Accessibility: Bridging Urban–Rural Disparities in Romania Open
Romania faces significant disparities in access to emergency healthcare. This study employs a national geospatial analysis and network-based GIS modelling to assess current spatial accessibility to emergency care services and to develop a …
View article: Catalogue on innovative governance practices and recommendations
Catalogue on innovative governance practices and recommendations Open
This catalogue, created as part of the FOODCITYBOOST project, aims to provide a comprehensive guide for integrating urban agriculture (UA) into city and spatial planning, focusing on effective practices for governance and policy. It …
View article: NESP MaC Project 3.1 - Regional planning in northern Australia: Building a community of practice and sentinel case studies for supporting improved approaches to achieve ESD, 2023-2024 (JCU)
NESP MaC Project 3.1 - Regional planning in northern Australia: Building a community of practice and sentinel case studies for supporting improved approaches to achieve ESD, 2023-2024 (JCU) Open
This record provides an overview of the NESP Marine and Coastal Hub small-scale study - "Regional planning in northern Australia: Building a community of practice and sentinel case studies for supporting improved approaches to achieve ESD"…
View article: Glocalization of the Sustainable Development Goals within the Legal Framework of Human Resource Development Policy
Glocalization of the Sustainable Development Goals within the Legal Framework of Human Resource Development Policy Open
This article provides a critical analysis of the internalization of the values and objectives of the Sustainable Development Goals, particularly Goal 4 on Quality Education, within the human resource development policy framework as articul…
View article: Evolutionary Characteristics, Improvement Strategies and Driving Mechanisms of the Human Settlement Environment in Chinese Traditional Villages Based on Historical Hydrological Resilience Assessment
Evolutionary Characteristics, Improvement Strategies and Driving Mechanisms of the Human Settlement Environment in Chinese Traditional Villages Based on Historical Hydrological Resilience Assessment Open
(1) Background: In the context of rapid urbanization and climate change, Chinese traditional villages are facing severe challenges such as deterioration of hydrological environment, weakened social resilience, and degradation of cultural h…
View article: Assessing Suitable Sites for Heavy Industry Development Using GIS: A Case Study of the Gobi Region
Assessing Suitable Sites for Heavy Industry Development Using GIS: A Case Study of the Gobi Region Open
The heavy industry sector is one of the strategic sectors that form the foundation of a country’s industrial competitiveness and sustainable economic development. Therefore, determining the optimal locations for industrial zones based on s…
View article: Planning ahead: Toward a critical, environmental, just, and action-oriented planning theory, practice, and journal
Planning ahead: Toward a critical, environmental, just, and action-oriented planning theory, practice, and journal Open
This essay contributes to the 10th Anniversary Special Issue of plaNext – Next Generation Planning by offering reflections and ideas for inspiring a renewed roadmap in planning theory and practice that more systematically incorporates tool…
View article: Editorial: plaNext and planning in transition (2015–2025)
Editorial: plaNext and planning in transition (2015–2025) Open
When plaNext first emerged in 2015, it was born out of a decision that the field of spatial planning needed a dedicated platform for emerging scholars who would highlight new voices. Ten years later, the world we plan for has shifted signi…
View article: NERP TE Project 9.4 - Conservation planning for a changing coastal zone, 2011-2014 (JCU)
NERP TE Project 9.4 - Conservation planning for a changing coastal zone, 2011-2014 (JCU) Open
The values of the Great Barrier Reef World Heritage Area (GBRWHA) are threatened by coastal development through habitat loss and runoff of sediment, nutrients and pollutants. Future coastal development is difficult to predict because it de…
View article: Integrating Flood Risk Management into Development Projects: A Conceptual Framework for Resilient Urban Planning
Integrating Flood Risk Management into Development Projects: A Conceptual Framework for Resilient Urban Planning Open
Flood risk is an increasingly critical concern in urban development as the frequency and severity of floods escalate due to climate change and intensified economic activities. Despite extensive studies on flood risk management (FRM), a sig…