Conflicts as Feedback in Urban Planning Process: Case Study on Bicycle Paths in İzmir

Tezcan S., Atay Kaya İ.

in: Current Debates in Sustainable Architecture, Urban Design & Environmental Studies, Aslı Doğan,Günay Gönüllü, Editor, IJOPEC Publication, London, pp.121-135, 2018

  • Publication Type: Book Chapter / Chapter Research Book
  • Publication Date: 2018
  • Publisher: IJOPEC Publication
  • City: London
  • Page Numbers: pp.121-135
  • Editors: Aslı Doğan,Günay Gönüllü, Editor
  • Dokuz Eylül University Affiliated: Yes

Abstract

This study aims at emphasizing the positive outcomes of conflict and feedback in urban planning processes and practices by evaluating the implementations of planning visions in İzmir. Research methods include case study and social media search. The case study examines the conflicts on bicycle paths and cycling related implementations in İzmir. The findings show that there are two kinds of public responses including meeting events and social media contents in the form of complaints and demands. The conflicting interests in these responses either improve or have a potential of improving the planning outcomes by giving feedback to the authorities.