Planning inclusive and sustainable urban regeneration balancing a visitor-based economy with local needs in the city of York, UK

Forrester, John

Planning inclusive and sustainable urban regeneration balancing a visitor-based economy with local needs in the city of York, UK - 2007 - Journal of Urban Regeneration and Renewal 1(1), 69-82(13) .

Presents findings from the research project "Inclusive and sustainable infrastructure for tourism and urban regeneration". Reports the study of historic urban areas in need of physical regeneration. Examines the possibilities for using leisure and tourism to create new uses for properties, and to encourage employment and investment without alienating the local community. The study applied the Geographic Information Systems for Participation scheme. Assesses two cases in York. Shows the role local people have in outlining advantages, disadvantages and desired improvements to a public space. Considers the role of local people in appraising a proposed pedestrian route.


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