COVID-19 Pandemic as a Catalyst for Reimagining Urban Spaces: Understanding Public Sentiments Toward Compact Development

EasyChair Preprint 12921

Abstract

The COVID-19 pandemic has spurred a reevaluation of urban spaces and their design, prompting a shift in public sentiments towards compact development. This paper investigates how the pandemic has influenced public attitudes towards compact development and its perceived benefits and challenges. Through a comprehensive review of existing literature, case studies, and empirical research, we explore the multifaceted relationship between the pandemic, urban planning, and public perceptions. Our analysis reveals the nuanced ways in which the pandemic has reshaped public attitudes towards urban density, mixed-use development, and walkable neighborhoods. We also examine the role of factors such as health concerns, economic considerations, and social preferences in shaping public sentiment towards compact development. Furthermore, we discuss the implications of evolving public perceptions for urban planning strategies, policy-making, and the future design of urban spaces. By understanding public sentiments towards compact development amidst the COVID-19 pandemic, policymakers, urban planners, and stakeholders can develop more responsive and resilient approaches to urban design and planning, fostering sustainable and inclusive cities for the post-pandemic era.

Keyphrases: COVID-19 Compact Development, COVID-19 pandemic, Cure and Covid-19 drug

@booklet{EasyChair:12921,
  author    = {Shophia Lorriane},
  title     = {COVID-19 Pandemic as a Catalyst for Reimagining Urban Spaces: Understanding Public Sentiments Toward Compact Development},
  howpublished = {EasyChair Preprint 12921},
  year      = {EasyChair, 2024}}