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How to unravel pathbreaking trajectories in the left‐behind areas of Istanbul?

Year: 2023

Type: article

Abstract: Entrepreneurial and growth oriented urban development models see left-behind areas as opportunities in need of redevelopment and upgrading, which can be subjected to speculation. We argue that pathbreaking trajectories emerge during this redevelopment process in distinct ways, depending on the adaptive capacity of urban communities and flexibility in the planning practices. Focusing on the squatter areas in Istanbul, we map out pathbreaking trajectories in institutional and policy contexts, and unravel societal responses. We conclude that the authoritarian entrepreneurial governance landscape operates in a dual context, where its impacts on re-politicization of urban communities and their engagement with policy networks can vary.

Source: Regional Science Policy & Practice

DOI: 10.1111/rsp3.12688

Authors: Ebru Kurt Özman, Tuna Taşan‐Kok, Gülden Erkut

Institutions: University of Amsterdam, Istanbul Technical University

Language: English

Topic: Urban Planning and Governance

Subfield: Urban Studies

Field: Social Sciences

Domain: Social Sciences

SDGs: Sustainable cities and communities, Peace, justice, and strong institutions, Industry, innovation and infrastructure, Decent work and economic growth

Open Access status: hybrid

Estimated APC paid: $2,630