Development of a Methodology for Decision-Making in Urban Planning and Design of Coastal Areas of Small Rivers in Cities

Introduction. The study is aimed at solving the problem of non-systematic use of coastal areas of small rivers in Russian cities. The relevance is due to the existing fragmentary approach to their urban planning and design, while global experience has been displaying complex solutions. The aim of the study is to develop a methodology for decision-making in urban planning and design of coastal areas of small rivers in large cities based on a multi-criteria analysis.

Materials and Methods. The object of the study are coastal areas of small rivers of large cities. The authors propose making use of a systemic approach that accounts for adjacent functional zones, their mutual influence and expert assessment of significance.

Research Results. A methodology for decision-making in urban planning and design of coastal areas of small rivers has been developed, allowing for the analysis of the functional purposes of individual sections and their interaction at the predesign stage. In addition, an algorithm for identifying synergetic effects between different development zones has been designed.

Discussion and Conclusion. The approach proposed by the authors allows one to overcome the fragmentation of urban planning solutions regarding coastal areas of small rivers. The prospects of the study include expansion of the methodology due to incorporating environmental, economic, social and functional factors, as well as the application of the approach to a larger number of types of functional zones.

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