Urban Planning

Tutorial questions.
Q1. Describe the importance of Urban Design.
Q2. Describe the key aspects of urban planning and design.
Q3. What is meant by context?
Q4. Why is context important in urban design?
Q5. Describe the key components in performing a character appraisal.
Q6. As a general principle, it is important to focus on how to repair and re-use previously
developed or damaged parts of the site, while retaining and respecting undamaged parts. This
requires three key considerations. Describe all of them.
Q7. The feasibility of a project, both in economic and practical terms, requires an assessment
of a number of parameters. Describe them.
Q8. Define what is a SWOT analysis.
Q9. What is meant by urban structure?
Q10. Why is the urban structure important?
Q11. Describe how to carry out the movement assessment.
Q12. Describe the types of grid systems that you can integrate on any project.
Q13. Describe the benefits of mixed-use development.
Q14. Describe the requirements of sustainable development.
Q15. How can you bring dead edges to life?
Q16. Describe the benefits of design or planning for regions/areas of higher densities.
Q17. Depending on the site, in many cases there is a hierarchy of considerations as to how to
use renewable energy resources. State the order of consideration.
Q18. Describe the different types of open spaces that you can integrate in your development.
Q19. Describe the different types of parks that you can integrate in your development.
Q20. How critical are integration of landmarks in your developments?
Q21. What is meant by the connections?
Q22. Why are the connections important?
Q23. Describe the five C principles when designing for pedestrians and cycle-friendly
environments.
Q24. A safe, attractive and well cared for public realm will encourage people to walk. Describe
the key considerations in undertaking this particular endeavour.
Q25. How are streets defined?
Q26. Describe the different street types that combine capacity and character.
Q27. What is meant by detail?
Q28. Why is detail important?
Q29. How can local distinctiveness and identity be strengthened?
Q30. Describe the three key principles to building in safety.
Q31. Describe the management process for any new project.