Planning in Divided Cities

is essential for the urban challenges of efficient resource use, environmental enhancement, and the development of a flourishing economy. The book addresses planning in divided cities in a UK and international context, examining cities such as Chicago, hyper-segregated around race, and Jerusalem, acting as a crucible for a wider conflict. The first section deals with concepts and theories, examining the research literature and situating the issue within the urban challenges of competitiveness and inclusion. Section 2 covers collaborative planning and identifies models of planning, policy and urban governance that can operate in contested space. Section 3 presents case studies from Belfast, Chicago and Jerusalem, examining both the historical/contemporary features of these cities and their potential trajectories. The final section offers conclusions and ways forward, drawing the lessons for creating shared space in a pluralist cities and addressing cohesion and multiculturalism. Addresses important

contemporary issue of social cohesion vs. urban competitiveness focus on impact of government policies will appeal to practitioners in urban management, local government and regeneration Examines role of planning in cities worldwide divided by religion, race, socio-economic, etc Explores debate about contested space in urban policy and planning Identifies models for understanding contested spaces in cities as a way of improving effectiveness of government policy [Publisher's Text]

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