The effect of UGM on the implementation of city master plan Duhok City as case study

Joint Authors

Umar, Wahidah M.
Rasul, Layla M.

Source

ZANCO Journal of Pure and Applied Sciences

Publisher

Salahaddin University-Erbil Department of Scientific Publications

Publication Date

2016-06-30

Country of Publication

Iraq

No. of Pages

10

Main Subjects

Natural & Life Sciences (Multidisciplinary)

English Abstract

The main driving force for managing urban area toward the desired pattern of growth has concentrated on the effective preparation and implementation of city master plan.

This study focuses on the implementation of Duhok City master plan (DMP), which is subjected to many obstacles for managing urban growth in Duhok city due to uncontrolled urban growth challenges that Duhok city have faced in the recent years.

The aim of the study is to: determine the challenges of UGM in Duhok City that face decision makers to implement DMP.

To determine the problems in the implementation of DMP related to managing urban growth in Duhok City.

The study found out that; there is deep split between master plan on paper and the status quo, because of the absences of integrated implementation strategies.

Finally the study provides recommendations for effective urban growth.

management to implement DMP toward smart urban growth.

Data Type

Conference Papers

Record ID

BIM-786883

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