Analyzing the livability of neighborhoods in the 22 district of Tehran Municipality with an emphasis on spatial duality

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مجید کریم پور ریحان ¹ , شهرزاد شریف جاهد ² , جمال اسمعیل زاده وفایی ³ , کسری خادمی ⁴

1 - دانشیار آمایش،کاربری اراضی،بیابان،توریسم دانشگاه تهران
2 - دانشگاه خوارزمی
3 - گروه آموزشی دانشگاه آزاد اسلامی شهر پردیس
4 - دانشگاه آزاد اسلامی

Received: 2022-12-20 Accepted : 2023-08-04 Published : 2024-09-28

Keywords: Livability, spatial duality, economic and social factors, District 22 of Tehran,

Abstract :

Introduction: The social, economic, and spatial duality that is becoming increasingly evident is caused by a variety of factors related to the exponential growth of urbanization in Tehran. Due to the prevalence of spatial inequalities in cities and the significance of these inequalities in livability and urban development, the sustainability approach based on spatial disparities of livability has received particular attention in such places. In this case study, it is essential to address the issue of spatial duality in urban areas with the livability approach because, if the livability of District 22 of Tehran Municipality is not taken into consideration, problems including overcrowding, the departure of the local population, loss of social interactions, change of use, the increase of worn-out texture in the district, noise pollution, lack of green spaces, lack of a lack of efficient and integrated management, etc. will only get worse over time, posing a threat to the region's stability. This study aims to analyze the spatial duality of urban areas with the livability approach in the eastern and western areas of District 22 of Tehran Municipality: This is a descriptive-analytical study in methodology and applied in terms of nature. The analyzed data were obtained from a survey, using cluster sampling and the statistical sample consisted of the residents of District 22. To gain an insight into the limits and gaps, concepts, theories, and views of the subject the method of data collection primarily relies on library information. The appropriate theoretical framework for the research has been chosen based on the acquired insight, as well as the fundamental studies about the geographical features of the region and the lived experience. A questionnaire was used as the data collection instrument. The study used the TOPSIS model to analyze the data on spatial duality and heterogeneity.

 Results: and Discussion: According to the examined data on the livability of District 22 of Tehran, Hovaniroz, Kohk, and Chitgar neighborhoods were rated as the most livable, receiving a score of 0.967, while Eastern Golestan neighborhood came in second with a score of 0.914. These neighborhoods were situated in the eastern part of the District. On the other hand, Western neighborhoods of the District including Dehkadeh Shahrak Sharif, Ati, Pikan Shahr, and Azadshahr, received the lowest scores (0.417 and 0.417, respectively) and therefore the lowest ranking for livability. In terms of spatial structure, these neighborhoods are characterized by high population density, inhabited by immigrants, worn-out texture, narrow pathways, poor economic condition, and a high unemployment rate.

Conclusion: Comparatively speaking, the Eastern neighborhoods are generally in better condition than the Western ones. Last but not least, it is suggested to reduce the duality of the neighborhoods in District 22 of Tehran Municipality by emphasizing the approach of livability to develop Commercial, tourism, and service occupancies in all neighborhoods rather than letting one neighborhood, like Chitgar, become the area's commercial center.

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