Assessing the Efficacy of Spatial Planning and Development System in Improving Living Conditions of the Society

Tabane, Isaac Tsholofelo and Gumbo, Trynos and Musakwa, Walter and Moyo, Thembani and Mbinza, Zenzile (2021) Assessing the Efficacy of Spatial Planning and Development System in Improving Living Conditions of the Society. CITIES 20.50 – Creating Habitats for the 3rd Millennium: Smart – Sustainable – Climate Neutral. Proceedings of REAL CORP 2021, 26th International Conference on Urban Development, Regional Planning and Information Society. pp. 77-87. ISSN 2521-3938

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Abstract

Globally, spatial planning and development systems have proven to be critical instruments for establishing long-term, sustainable frameworks for improving social, territorial, and economic development conditions. In developing cities, spatial planning and development systems are generally used to enhance the integration between sectors such as housing, spatial justice, transport, energy and industry, and improve people's quality of life. This paper uses a case study research approach to unpack how spatial planning and development systems have contributed to the enhancement of society’s living conditions in the City of Johannesburg, South Africa. Interviews with key stakeholders and questionnaires were used to gather information from the University of Johannesburg, the City of Johannesburg Municipality, and the Housing development Agency. The findings reveal a need to develop institutional and financial mechanisms to improve communities' quality of life and planning tools designed as drivers for spatial change. The paper also highlights the challenges that hinder appropriate living conditions and urban transformation, including high urbanisation rates, poor service delivery, high rentals, and unemployment. The paper concludes with a discussion of the significant gaps in knowledge that concerns the implementation of spatial planning and development systems in urban areas for the purposes of improving the status quo. The work recommends the adoption and implementation of adaptable and regenerative spatial planning as a vehicle for the improvement of living conditions in cities of the developing world.

Item Type:	Article
Uncontrolled Keywords:	Spatial, sustainable frameworks, urban transformation, quality of life, Johannesburg
Subjects:	H Social Sciences > HD Industries. Land use. Labor H Social Sciences > HM Sociology H Social Sciences > HT Communities. Classes. Races H Social Sciences > HV Social pathology. Social and public welfare
Depositing User:	REAL CORP Administrator
Date Deposited:	24 Sep 2021 16:57
Last Modified:	17 Oct 2021 17:16
URI:	http://repository.corp.at/id/eprint/736

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