Saadat Ali Larik
Urban Regeneration
22CRP016
and Urban Renewal
Concepts, Approach and Processes
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Saadat Ali Larik
22CRP016
Urban Regeneration
Urban Regeneration refers to the process of
overcoming serious social problems in designated
urban areas through economic revitalization, job
creation, infrastructure renovation, and
environmental improvement
The main goals are to enhance the quality of life,
promote sustainable development, and create
vibrant communities. It focuses on the integration
of various elements such as housing,
transportation, public spaces, and local economies.
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Approach
Stakeholder Engagement Holistic Vision
Emphasizes collaboration with local Takes a comprehensive view that
communities, businesses, and encompasses not just physical space but
government entities. Engaging also social fabric, culture, and economic
stakeholders helps ensure that the needs health
and desires of residents are met.
Sustainability
Prioritizes long-term sustainability by
considering environmental impacts and
promoting green practices. This includes
using sustainable materials, improving
energy efficiency, and enhancing public
transportation.
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Process
Assessment and Analysis: Conducting surveys and studies to understand the existing
conditions, challenges, and opportunities in the area.
Community Involvement: Organizing workshops, meetings, and consultations to
gather input from residents and stakeholders.
Planning and Design: Developing a master plan that outlines strategies for physical
development, social programs, and economic initiatives.
Implementation: Executing the plan through a series of projects that may include
infrastructure improvements, housing development, and community programs.
Monitoring and Evaluation: Continuously assessing the impacts of regeneration efforts
and making adjustments as necessary to ensure sustainability and effectiveness.
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Urban Renewal
Urban renewal refers to the process of
redeveloping and revitalizing specific
areas of a city, often focusing on
clearing blighted or deteriorated areas
to improve their physical conditions.
The primary aim is to upgrade
infrastructure and housing to attract
investment, improve property values,
and create economic opportunities.
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Approach
Top-Down Planning Investment-Driven
Often characterized by decisions made Seeks to attract private investment and
by government authorities or developers economic development as a means to
without significant input from the rejuvenate urban areas.
community. This can lead to conflicts
between stakeholders.
Focus on Physical Space
Prioritizes the physical aspects of urban
areas, often involving demolition,
reconstruction, and upgrading of existing
buildings and infrastructure.
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Process
Identification of Target Areas: Selecting specific areas that are underperforming or
facing challenges due to decay or blight.
Planning and Zoning: Developing plans that often involve zoning changes to facilitate
new developments and encourage investment.
Demolition and Redevelopment: Clearing existing structures and redeveloping the
area, which may include building new housing, commercial spaces, and infrastructure.
Infrastructure Improvements: Upgrading utilities, transportation networks, and public
amenities to support new development.
Marketing and Promotion: Promoting the newly developed area to attract businesses,
residents, and investors.
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Differences between Urban Regeneration and Renewal
Urban Regeneration Urban Renewal
Comprehensive, addressing multiple Focused on physical
Scope
urban aspects redevelopment
High engagement with local
Community Involvement Limited community input
stakeholders
Sustainability Emphasizes long-term sustainability Often lacks a sustainability focus
Mixed-use developments, affordable Demolition and rebuilding of
Development Type
housing structures
Enhance quality of life and social Attract investment and improve
Objectives
equity property values
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Urban Planning and Urban Regeneration
Urban regeneration is a component of urban
planning that focuses on revitalizing underdeveloped
or declining areas. While urban planning is
concerned with the overall development,
organization, and future vision of cities, urban
regeneration takes a more targeted approach,
addressing specific areas that need social,
economic, and environmental improvements.
Regeneration aligns with urban planning by
incorporating sustainability, infrastructure
development, and community well-being into the
broader plan for a city, ensuring long-term growth
and transformation. It is often driven by goals like
creating affordable housing, improving public 9
spaces, and fostering economic opportunities in
struggling areas.
Saadat Ali Larik
22CRP016
Urban Planning and Urban Renewal
Urban renewal, on the other hand, is a more specific
and often short-term aspect of urban planning,
primarily focused on the physical redevelopment of
blighted or outdated areas. While urban planning
provides the overarching framework for a city’s land
use and growth, urban renewal deals with clearing
deteriorated sections, modernizing infrastructure,
and making space for new development. Historically,
urban renewal has been criticized for lacking the
social and economic depth seen in urban
regeneration, as it tends to focus more on physical
outcomes like upgrading buildings and
infrastructure, with less emphasis on community
involvement or social sustainability. 1
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