Addressing Encroachment and Promoting Sustainable Urban Design Policies in Ulaanbaatar (80180)
Session Chair: Vindya Hewawasam
Sunday, 16 June 2024 15:15
Session: Session 4
Room: Salle 232
Presentation Type:Oral Presentation
In Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia, policies that aimed to alleviate consequences from rapid urbanization like poverty and equity have neglected the importance of securing multiple purpose public spaces. Some studies examined the current trend of shrinking public space in the city, but it is not yet clear what factors contributed to the continued neglect of establishing and maintaining more public spaces. This study analyzes laws and policies that pertain public spaces. The fundamental question here is the reason behind shrinking public spaces in the city. To illustrate the decreasing trend of public space in Ulaanbaatar, a GIS spatial analysis is conducted. To identify key factors that led to the neglect of establishing and maintaining public spaces, this paper examines laws and policies, such as the Law on Construction (2016), which regulates Ulaanbaatar’s construction activities, including land acquisition. It also provides ways in which properties are maintained and tax payments are regulated. My documentary examination found that land acquisition and allocation often led to conflicts between ministries and local governments as they used different land use databases. The issue of public space encroachment in Ulaanbaatar is a complex one, as it not only diminishes the availability of green and open spaces but also has adverse effects on cultural and natural heritage sites. These sites have a close connection to the social identity of the people and are an integral part of the cultural fabric of the city. Therefore, preserving them is essential for ensuring a sense of belonging and responsibility among the citizens.
Authors:
Bulgan Lkhamdash, University of Tsukuba, Japan
Kenichi Matsui, University of Tsukuba, Japan
About the Presenter(s)
Ms Bulgan Lkhamdash is a University Postgraduate Student at University of Tsukuba in Japan
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