JEDDAH’S URBAN REGENERATION FOR DEMOLISHED NEIGHBORHOODS
Abstract
Urban regeneration has emerged as a vital strategy to address the environmental vulnerabilities, socioeconomic inequalities, and historic heritage preservation needs in rapidly urbanizing cities. In Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, recurrent flooding, inadequate infrastructure, and socio-economic disparities pose significant challenges to sustainable urban growth. This research investigates urban regeneration efforts with a focus on flood resilience, social inclusivity, and sustainability, emphasizing the historic district of Al-Balad and recently demolished urban areas as primary case studies. Utilizing a mixed-methods approach, this study integrates qualitative interviews, quantitative surveys, and geospatial analysis to evaluate urban renewal initiatives comprehensively. The results indicate that although al-Balad's strategies for cultural heritage effectively increase cultural tourism and economic revitalization, significant gaps in achieving socio-economic justice, infrastructure resilience and affordable housing. Improvements of infrastructure in rebuilt zones have some improved flood resistance, but remain fragmented, lack systemic integration. The study emphasizes the critical role of participating urban planning, green infrastructure and fair housing policy to formulate a comprehensive framework for Jeddah's sustainable and inclusive urban future.
Keywords
Urban Regeneration, Flood Resilience, Sustainability, Inclusivity, Heritage Preservation, Smart Urban Planning, Jeddah.How to Cite
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