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Governance, Hierarchical Spatial Planning Framework, Land Use Planning and Management, Multi-Sectoral, Policies, Sustainable Development

Chapter 16: State Spatial Strategy

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We look at the evolution of state spatial strategies through the lens of the three pillars of sustainability i.e. environment, economy and society with two proposals/examples. We also get links to the details for of the two proposals. This chapter is part of a series on Hierarchical Spatial Planning Framework

For addressing the challenges and issues economic disparity, water constraints, or other sectoral conflicts and land use planning challenges as discussed earlier in Chapter 14, a state level spatial strategy can ensure that use of land is in general driven by its most economical and least environmental impact.

A state spatial strategy would ideally advocate assigning priority areas for economic development, no development as well as conservation and augmentation of water. This can improve economic competitiveness along with more equitable income distribution as compared to a scenario of continued water scarcity.

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Integrated Industrial Areas

Integrated Industrial Areas – An Introduction

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Industrial Estates (IE) are perceived as drivers of development, however limited land resources is forcing more governments to develop of industrial estates at locations where barren / less productive land is available. To ensure sustainable industrial estates, integrated townships of an economic size capable of supporting businesses and homes, with adequate physical and social infrastructure become a pre-requisite. It is here that the concept of Integrated Industrial Areas / Regions comes to fore. This short note provides for a brief introduction to integrated industrial areas. Continue reading Integrated Industrial Areas – An Introduction →