Integrating Green Infrastructure into Urban Land-Use Planning: A Framework for Controlling Urban Sprawl in Rapidly Growing Cities

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      author = {Fasasi Lanre Erinjogunola, Adedoyin Oluwatoyin Olutimehin},
      title = {Integrating Green Infrastructure into Urban Land-Use Planning: A Framework for Controlling Urban Sprawl in Rapidly Growing Cities},
      journal = {Iconic Research And Engineering Journals},
      year = {2018},
      volume = {2},
      number = {3},
      pages = {170-191},
      issn = {2456-8880},
      url = {https://www.irejournals.com/formatedpaper/1715331.pdf},
      abstract = {Rapid urbanization has significantly transformed the spatial structure of cities, often resulting in uncontrolled urban expansion, fragmented landscapes, and the degradation of ecological resources. These developments have intensified the need for sustainable planning strategies that balance urban growth with environmental protection. This study explores the role of green infrastructure as a strategic planning approach for managing urban expansion and supporting sustainable land-use development in rapidly growing cities. The primary objective is to examine how ecological networks can be integrated into urban land-use planning frameworks to mitigate the impacts of urban sprawl while maintaining environmental sustainability. The study adopts a comprehensive literature-based approach, synthesizing theoretical and empirical research on green infrastructure, ecosystem services, spatial planning, and urban growth management. Through critical analysis of existing studies and planning frameworks, the research identifies key conceptual foundations, planning strategies, governance mechanisms, and implementation challenges associated with incorporating green infrastructure into urban land-use planning systems. The findings indicate that green infrastructure provides a multifunctional framework that preserves ecological connectivity, supports ecosystem services, and guides more compact and environmentally responsible urban development. Strategic integration of green infrastructure networks within land-use planning processes can protect peri-urban landscapes, reduce habitat fragmentation, and enhance urban resilience to environmental risks such as flooding and climate change. The analysis further highlights the importance of supportive policy instruments, spatial planning tools, and collaborative governance structures in enabling the effective implementation of green infrastructure strategies. However, several challenges continue to constrain the successful implementation of green infrastructure, including institutional fragmentation, competing land-use priorities, limited technical capacity, and financial constraints. Addressing these challenges requires stronger policy coordination, improved integration of planning, and sustained investment in ecological infrastructure. The study concludes that incorporating green infrastructure into urban planning frameworks is essential for promoting sustainable and resilient urban development.},
      keywords = {Green Infrastructure, Urban Sprawl, Land-Use Planning, Ecosystem Services, Sustainable Cities, Spatial Planning.},
      month = {September},
      doi = {https://doi.org/10.64388/IREV2I3-1715331}
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