Inclusive decision making

11-Feb-09

Spatial planning is inherently a value-driven activity. It must, therefore, fully embrace its role in identifying, understanding and mediating conflicting sets of values, meeting diverse needs as well as addressing shared problems. This underlines the political nature of development decision-making and the challenges facing planning in a pluralist society. Commitment to social and democratic inclusion is fundamental to sustainable development.

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Author:
Research Team
Publisher:
The Royal Town Planning Institute
Date:
11-Feb-09
Categories:
Research 

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