Assessing the vitality quality of urban sidewalks, a case study of Salman Farsi Street in Ahvaz

Journal Title: Urban Strategic Thought - Year 2022, Vol 1, Issue 1

Abstract

In recent decades, following the unprecedented expansion of cities, pedestrian services in urban areas have gradually decreased. With the excessive increase of cities, urban spaces should be moved towards vitality and pleasantness for citizens. Therefore, the aim of the current research is to assess the vitality quality of urban sidewalks on Salman Farsi Street in Ahvaz. The research method is confirmatory-analytical. The statistical population of the research was randomly selected 100 people who are present on the sidewalk. Data analysis was done using SPSS software tests, Friedman, Chi-square, T, multivariate regression statistical tests. According to the results of the questionnaire, some of the priorities of the lively sidewalk from people's opinions are: variety of uses, security and safety, organization and improvement, morale and culture, pause space and city furniture. In addition, the creation of a sidewalk is considered as one of the people concerns, and the components of security, culture, creativity and diversity have the greatest effect.

Authors and Affiliations

Rana Naderikia, Mohammad Ali Khaliji

Keywords

Related Articles

Assessment of Urban Laws in Iran with Urban Health Approach

Introduction: Throughout history, cities have evolved in response to threats about health and other forms of security. Urban planning laws in England, France, and the United States were enacted to address the consequence...

Measuring the livability level in the pre-designed spontaneous of Qazvin city using the hierarchical analysis process technique (case study: Minoodar and Ghiyasabad neighborhoods)

Livability is one of the concepts that was raised at the same time as sustainability and is used together as a guiding principle for planning and urban planning policy. Paying attention to livability criteria in planning...

Utilising the Just City Theory in the Context of South Korean Cities

Introduction: The concept of justice, its definitions, and how to realise it in the city have long been the concerns of thinkers of different ages. In this regard, various concepts, such as equality and justice, have bee...

The Analysis of Place Attachment Role in Citizens' Depression Using Meta-Analysis method

Introduction: In addition to physical dimension of a place, it also possesses an immaterial aspect that evokes emotions in its inhabitants. A place is not merely a shelter for human activities but also a phenomenon that,...

Developing Desirable Indicators for Designing Islamic Cities Based on Islamic Cultural Values (Case Study : The New City of Sahand)

Introduction: Cities are the throbbing heart of modern society, serving as crucial hubs for cultural exchange, economic activity, and social interaction. As urbanization accelerates and populations swell, the need for we...

Download PDF file
  • EP ID EP727897
  • DOI 10.30479/UT.2022.17375.1107
  • Views 40
  • Downloads 0

How To Cite

Rana Naderikia, Mohammad Ali Khaliji (2022). Assessing the vitality quality of urban sidewalks, a case study of Salman Farsi Street in Ahvaz. Urban Strategic Thought, 1(1), -. https://europub.co.uk/articles/-A-727897