Ranking of Stakeholders Expectations from Development Plan Preparation and Implementation Process using Fuzzy Analytical Hierarchy Process

Abstract

Restructuring of development plan preparation and implementation process with a paradigm shift in planning approach is a pressing need for translating ever-increasing urban pressure and for achieving functional and sustainable planning outputs. The fuzzy analytical hierarchy process (FAHP) method is considered most suitable for prioritizing stakeholders’ expectations from development plans. It deals with incorrectness and subjectiveness in the process of pairwise comparison. The outcome of this study helps the planners and decision-makers in deciding the priority of factors that need to be addressed while restructuring the planning process. As per the outcome of the study, preparation, and implementation, both aspects of the development plan need to be addressed with equal importance. The study also concludes that the priority of criterion to be addressed are, i) to identify alternate implementation mechanisms, ii) considering financial aspects, iii) inclsion of effective public participation, and iv) plan preparation as per local needs.