An inclusive approach is necessary. This requires “working with the urban poor as partners in making cities work. An involvement in planning and development measures will produce better coordinated policies, and moreover improve the loyalty to the home city. Through integration and various technical improvements a city of “short distances” could be realized in the end.
Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)
- Introduction
- Bridging the Gap Between Economic Development and Spatial Planning
- Identifying the Needs of Disadvantaged Residents
- Supporting Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises (SMEs)
- Improving Basic Infrastructure
- Conclusion
Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)
The essay aims to explore how local policymakers and urban development planners can overcome the disconnect between local economic development planning and physical, spatial planning in cities, with a focus on targeting the majority disadvantaged urban residents. The key themes are:- The need for inclusive urban planning that prioritizes the needs of disadvantaged residents.
- The importance of supporting small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and informal markets.
- The role of infrastructure development, particularly public transportation, in promoting social inclusion.
- The benefits of involving residents in decision-making processes.
- The challenges of integrating marginalized communities into the urban landscape.
Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)
The essay begins by highlighting the urgent need to address the disconnect between local economic development and spatial planning in cities, particularly in the context of growing inequality and social unrest. It argues that this disconnect often leads to the marginalization of disadvantaged residents. The author then outlines several key strategies for bridging this gap. These include:- Identifying the Needs of Disadvantaged Residents: The essay emphasizes the importance of collaborating with residents to understand their needs and priorities. It argues that citizen participation in decision-making processes can help ensure that local policies are truly inclusive.
- Supporting Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises (SMEs): The essay suggests that local governments should prioritize the integration of SMEs and informal markets into the urban landscape by providing training, education, and access to resources.
- Improving Basic Infrastructure: The essay stresses the need for affordable and accessible public transportation to connect marginalized communities to economic opportunities and essential services.
Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)
This essay examines the key concepts of urban planning, social inclusion, economic development, spatial planning, and the integration of marginalized communities. The author emphasizes the need for an inclusive approach that prioritizes the needs of disadvantaged residents and promotes their active participation in decision-making processes.
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- Natalie Züfle (Author), 2008, Local Economic Development and Space , Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/180118
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