Essays about: "Polycentric Urban Regions"

Found 2 essays containing the words Polycentric Urban Regions.

  1. 1. Potentials of Polycentric Urban Regions in British Columbia, Canada

    University essay from KTH/Urbana och regionala studier

    Author : Bradley Loewen; [2013]
    Keywords : Polycentric Urban Regions; regional planning; regional disparities; spatial analysis; urban system; territorial cohesion; British Columbia;

    Abstract : British Columbia is characterized by a relatively hierarchical urban system. This study aims to identify areas of potential for the development of Polycentric Urban Regions (PURs) to provide a counterweight to the dominant urban core and to develop higher functions in peripheral areas to increase their long-term viability. READ MORE

  3. 2. How improved rail infrastructure will affect property values in northern Stockholm. : A study in value capture and the development of public transport in the northern regions of Stockholm.

    University essay from KTH/Bygg- och fastighetsekonomi

    Author : Alexander Pikosz; David Tiberg; [2011]
    Keywords : Public Transport; Real Estate; Polycentric; Monocentric; Property Value; Value Capture; Norrortsbanan; Urban Center; Regional Focal Point; Financing Railroad;

    Abstract : This report aims to determine the economical benefits of improved public transport in some of Stockholms northern suburbs that are strategic locations for further urbanization. The correlation between public transport (PT) and property values will be explored. READ MORE