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Compliance With the Road Setback in Siting of Structure in Anambra State: Citizen Participation in Environmental Sustainability
Subject area: Science,Engineering and Technology · Area of research: Estate Management
Abstract
This article examines the role of citizen participation in ensuring compliance with road setback regulations in Anambra State, Nigeria. It explores the impact of these regulations on environmental sustainability and analyzes the effectiveness of current mechanisms for citizen engagement. The study highlights the challenges faced in achieving compliance, including inadequate awareness, lack of enforcement, and conflicting interests. It proposes recommendations for strengthening citizen participation and improving compliance, ultimately contributing to a more sustainable built environment in Anambra State.
Keywords
Road setbacks, citizen participation, environmental sustainability, Anambra State, Nigeria.
How to cite this paper
@article{1708283,
author = {B. N. Okafor, H. N. Ogboke, D. C. Oyiogu, C. O. Ikaraoha},
title = {Compliance With the Road Setback in Siting of Structure in Anambra State: Citizen Participation in Environmental Sustainability},
journal = {Iconic Research And Engineering Journals},
year = {2023},
volume = {7},
number = {5},
pages = {409-413},
issn = {2456-8880},
url = {https://www.irejournals.com/formatedpaper/1708283.pdf},
abstract = {This article examines the role of citizen participation in ensuring compliance with road setback regulations in Anambra State, Nigeria. It explores the impact of these regulations on environmental sustainability and analyzes the effectiveness of current mechanisms for citizen engagement. The study highlights the challenges faced in achieving compliance, including inadequate awareness, lack of enforcement, and conflicting interests. It proposes recommendations for strengthening citizen participation and improving compliance, ultimately contributing to a more sustainable built environment in Anambra State.},
keywords = {Road setbacks, citizen participation, environmental sustainability, Anambra State, Nigeria.},
month = {November},
}