Concern for sustainability in urban development strategies: case of Bartın

Abstract

City development strategies (CDS) are of great importance in reducing the pressure created by urban development processes in the city, providing services equally to each individual and ensuring the sustainability of natural resources. Within the scope of this research, firstly, Bartın Province Strategic Plan (2020-2024) was analyzed by comparing themes that should be addressed in urban development. In another analysis phase, relationship matrices were created to determine the harmony of the criteria and strategic goals of urban planning and management with the "Integrated Urban Development Strategy and Action Plan-KENTGES, 2010-2023". Data in matrices; after classifying them as compatible, indirect compatible and full compatible, the items associated with indirect compatible and their reasons are briefly summarized. As a result of the comparisons obtained, the deficiencies of Bartın's urban development strategies were determined and suggestions for ensuring sustainable urban development were given. © 2025 Elsevier B.V., All rights reserved.