In times of urbanization and a rising need for sustainable urban development solutions on the global level, the United Nations adopted the New Urban Agenda at the Habitat III conference. Built on the “Sustainable Development Goal” number 11, the New Urban Agenda focuses on cities with the objective to assist and guide every country to foster a sustainable urban development. Assuming, that the New Urban Agenda implies solutions for every country’s urban challenges this paper examines how and in what extent the document can help Chile to address their urban challenges. After elaborating the most urgent urban challenges in Chile, the second part of this paper analyzed Chile’s national urban planning document (National Urban Development Policy) and the New Urban Agenda in order to identify similarities and differences.
The purpose of this research was to classify the usefulness of the New Urban Agenda in comparison to the national document.
Table of Contents
1 Introduction
2 Chile – A Country Profile
2.1 Urban Development and Housing
2.2 History and Economy
2.3 Emerging Challenges
3 The Planning System
3.1 Further instruments
3.2 Emerging Challenges
4 The National Report of Chile and the National Urban Development Policy
5 Habitat III and the New Urban Agenda
6 Comparison National Urban Development Policy (PNDU) with the New Urban Agenda (NUA)
6.1 Structure of the PNDU
6.2 Comparison of the main topics of the PNDU with the NUA
6.2.1 Social Integration
6.2.2 Economic Development
6.2.3 Environmental Equilibrium/Resilience
6.2.4 Identity and Cultural Heritage
6.2.5 Institutionality and Governance
6.3 The NUA and what is missing in the PNDU
6.4 Discussion of Findings
7 Conclusion
8 References
Objectives and Research Focus
The primary objective of this paper is to evaluate the applicability and added value of the United Nations' "New Urban Agenda" (NUA) within the specific context of Chile's urban planning landscape. By conducting a comparative analysis between the global framework of the NUA and Chile's national urban policy document—the National Urban Development Policy (PNDU)—the research aims to determine whether the NUA offers necessary innovative strategies to address the country's pressing urban challenges or if existing national instruments are already sufficient.
- Analysis of Chile's historical urban development and current planning challenges.
- Examination of the Chilean Planning System and its structural limitations.
- Comparative review of the National Urban Development Policy (PNDU) and the New Urban Agenda (NUA).
- Investigation of socio-spatial segregation, environmental resilience, and economic governance in urban planning.
- Evaluation of the NUA’s practical relevance and effectiveness for national urban policy refinement.
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6.2.1 Social Integration
Within the area of social integration the PNDU „promotes inclusive cities where all inhabitants are protected and have access to urban benefits: access to public spaces, education, health, employment, security, social interaction, mobility and transport, culture [and] sports“ (quoted and modified from: MINVU, 2014, p. 31). This is regarded as the guiding principles and is specified as follows:
1. Equal access to urban public goods (mobility, connectivity, public spaces, green areas, security, sports, culture, telecommunication, health and education)
2. Reform the actual state of urban social segregation (programs for social integration and participation)
3. Prevent the development of new segregation (subsidies for social housing programs, mixed used spaces)
4. Reduce housing deficit (considering socially vulnerable groups and don't replace well localized social housing for market-orientated purposes)
5. Establish a land policy which promotes social integration
6. Support the community development/evolution (establish education programs to support community life, creation of multi-sectoral organizations)
7. Increase the universal connectivity, the security and the accessibility
8. Promoting social integration in and with the isolated localities (PNDU, 2014, pp. 31 ff.).
Summary of Chapters
1 Introduction: This chapter introduces the research context, highlighting the transformative nature of urbanization and the motivation for examining Chilean urban challenges in relation to global agendas.
2 Chile – A Country Profile: This section provides essential background information on Chile’s geographical, historical, and economic characteristics, identifying key drivers of urban planning difficulties.
3 The Planning System: This chapter outlines the structural organization of the Chilean planning system, detailing the various levels of government and the instruments used to manage territorial development.
4 The National Report of Chile and the National Urban Development Policy: This chapter analyzes the national policy framework, emphasizing its development and role as a guiding document for future urban strategy.
5 Habitat III and the New Urban Agenda: This section contextualizes the NUA within the global Habitat III conference, defining its purpose as a non-binding international guideline for sustainable urban development.
6 Comparison National Urban Development Policy (PNDU) with the New Urban Agenda (NUA): This core analytical chapter performs a thematic comparison, evaluating similarities and differences across social, economic, environmental, and governance-related aspects.
7 Conclusion: This final chapter synthesizes the research findings, reflecting on the limited innovative impact of the NUA on Chilean policy while acknowledging its symbolic value as a reminder of global urban development priorities.
Keywords
Chile, Urban Planning, New Urban Agenda, NUA, National Urban Development Policy, PNDU, Sustainable Development, Social Integration, Urban Governance, Socio-spatial Segregation, Habitat III, Urban Development, Planning System, Economic Growth, Environmental Resilience.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the core focus of this research paper?
The paper focuses on comparing Chile's national urban planning strategies with the global framework provided by the United Nations' New Urban Agenda to assess their compatibility and practical utility.
What are the primary thematic areas covered in the analysis?
The research covers critical areas including social integration, economic development, environmental equilibrium and resilience, cultural heritage, and institutional governance.
What is the primary objective of this study?
The primary objective is to classify the usefulness of the New Urban Agenda for the Chilean context and determine if it provides additional solutions to the country's most urgent urban planning issues.
Which scientific methods were employed?
The study utilizes a comparative analysis approach, conducting a structural comparison of policy documents and a thematic evaluation of their objectives, supplemented by statistical term frequency analysis.
What does the main body of the paper address?
The main body examines the structure of the PNDU and the NUA, performs a side-by-side comparison of specific policy pillars, and identifies aspects missing in the national policy that are highlighted in the global agenda.
How can the work be characterized by its keywords?
The work is characterized by terms related to urban development, planning instruments, sustainability, and specific socio-economic challenges prevalent in the Chilean urban landscape.
Why is socio-spatial segregation a central theme in the paper?
It is highlighted as the most significant urban challenge in Chile, specifically in Santiago, resulting from past housing policies that prioritized quantity over connectivity and social integration.
What conclusion does the author reach regarding the impact of the NUA in Chile?
The author concludes that the NUA offers few innovative approaches for Chile, as the national policy already addresses the country's specific challenges, but notes the NUA remains important as a global reminder of sustainability values.
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- Anonym (Autor:in), 2017, Chile’s urban planning strategies within the framework of the New Urban Agenda, München, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/386658
