The resilience level of Kampung Sekretaris as urban village in response to urban development in the surrounding area

Abstract

Kampung Sekretaris is an urban village in a rapidly developing urban area. This urban development has transformed the area around Kampung Sekretaris into a commercial zone. Its central location surrounded by commercial area could potentially threaten the existence of the urban village due to its strategic significance. Like many settlements, this urban village faces common issues such as flooding, slums, and inadequate sanitation. Given these challenges, one might expect Kampung Sekretaris to struggle for survival. However, remarkably, Kampung Sekretaris not only persists but also features in the government’s planning program. The aim of this study is to assess the level of resilience displayed by Kampung Sekretaris in response to urban development. The research method employed is quantitative descriptive analysis. Analytical techniques include scoring, which involves the use of Resilience Radar Index indicators, and quantitative descriptive analysis to evaluate Kampung Sekretaris’s resilience to urban development over time. The results indicate that Kampung Sekretaris exhibits a very high level of resilience. The following factors explain the relationship between this result and urban development: (1) Community capacity affects building functions; (2) Social capital influences land use; (3) The interconnectedness is evident through the kampung’s land use as a residential area; (4) The restoration of Kali Sekretaris river serves as disaster preparedness, with no more buildings along its banks; (5) A network of interconnected roads supports disaster evacuation; (6) Arterial roads facilitate the growth of trade; and (7) Changes in the functions of buildings reflect the community’s adaptability in seeking livelihood sources.