Urban Development: Strategies and Impacts

This lecture discusses urban development tools, focusing on various urban operations that aim to accommodate new residents and activities, improve living conditions, create new infrastructures, and enhance heritage. It covers urban restructuring, renovation, land development, infrastructure projects, and housing programs. The lecture emphasizes the importance of urban planning in addressing the challenges of population growth, infrastructure integration, and housing for vulnerable populations, while also highlighting the impact of large-scale projects on urban evictions and land value. It concludes by stressing the need for a balanced approach in urban development to minimize displacements and prioritize the well-being of city residents.