Published : 2016-07-15

The Role of Geographical Research in Improving the Quality of Spatial Planning at Various Levels of Local Government

Bogusława Baran-Zgłobicka



Marian Harasimiuk



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Since geographical research encompasses spatial analyses of natural, economic and social phenomena, it is very important in the process of spatial management. The adequate formulation of spatial policy at various levels of local government depends on a thorough examination of natural determinants. The primary objective of the study is to identify problem areas in spatial planning where geographical research should be used more extensively. The study presents an assessment of strategic and planning documents in selected districts in terms of the quality of information concerning nature and principles of natural environment resources management and protection. We found that in many cases the content of these documents is incomplete. At the same time, the lower the level of planning, the greater the lack of detailed information on the natural environment. We also took note of the need to include ecosystem services to the economic balance in spatial planning and spatial management, although with a greater participation of natural scientists. We indicated selected problems related to the implementation of the provisions of the so-called landscape act and the management of geoparks.

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geographical research, natural determinants, spatial planning



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Baran-Zgłobicka, B., & Harasimiuk, M. (2016). The Role of Geographical Research in Improving the Quality of Spatial Planning at Various Levels of Local Government. Regional Barometer. Analyses & Prognoses, 14(2), 127–140. https://doi.org/10.56583/br.612

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