Investigation of Contexts and Barriers to Smart Growth in Central Cities Case Study: City of Khorramabad

Document Type : Research Paper

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1 Professor of Factually of Geography, University of Tehran

2 Ph.D. Student, Geography & Urban Planning, University of Tehran

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Abstract
This study aimed to assess the contexts and barriers to smart growth in Khorramabad city center has been developed as a town, Method employing descriptive - survey is based on a library of resources. Based on the results of the survey show those respondents' views; The most significant growth potential of applying intelligent city of Khorramabad can be admitted in terms of demand and incentives, he said. Physical and environmental conditions Khorramabad as the potential for growth of smart cities are considered. The most significant barriers to smart growth policies in the city, including factors such as: Approaches to management, application distribution (distribution of their improper), and the cultural situation - socially and economically dominant city. It could have access to smart technology can play an important role in improving the living conditions of citizens may buy land.This will involve addressing important issues such as changes in system planning, urban management practices, infrastructure and culture is given.

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Town and Country Planning
Volume 5, Issue 2 - Serial Number 2
October 2013
Pages 241-260

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  • Receive Date: 14 September 2013
  • Revise Date: 07 June 2014
  • Accept Date: 14 December 2013

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