Taylor, J., C. Paine, & J.F. Gibbon, 1995, From greenbelt to greenways: four Canadian case studies, in: Landscape and Urban Planning, ,
- Author : Taylor, J., C. Paine, & J.F. Gibbon
- Year : 1995
- Journal/Series : Landscape and Urban Planning
- Pages : 47-64
- Abstract in English : Greenways have playa significant role in the development of urban areas in Canada over the past 40 Years. This paper presents case studies of urban greenway systems located in four metropolitan areas in Canada. A profile of each greenway is presented describing the background of the project and is geographic context, the planning approach used m the concept underlying the development plan, the adopted administrative framework, the structure of land use control mechanisms, and a discussion of the outcomes of the implementation of each plan. In conclusion, the development of urban greenways in these four Canadian areas has evolved from a greenbelt approach to a more holistic greenway s approach, including greater utilisation of ecologically base planning recognizing natural systems, incorporating principles of sustainability, expansions of public participation, and reduction of government involvement in funding, administration and direct land ownership.
- Comments/Notes : greenways, landscape planning, greenway development, participation, history.