Regional Spatial Planning Research Articles

Spatial planning instruments at the regional level in selected Central and Eastern European countries. Their legal and institutional dimensions

ABSTRACT The aim of this article is to identify the common features and differences of spatial planning instruments at the regional level in Central and Eastern Europe. The article compares institutional aspects concerning the regional level of spatial planning in Bulgaria, Estonia, Hungary, Lithuania, Latvia, Poland, Romania, Ukraine and Slovakia. Key regional documents in each country, linked to the spatial planning sphere, were identified. Two types of such documents were classified: development strategies with a spatial dimension and regional spatial plans. In countries where the spatial dimension is included in the strategies, the key issues are the definition of the functional and hierarchical structure of the land, the identification of functional areas and areas of particular importance from a development perspective. Most often, spatial plans distinguish the structure of the settlement network, the layout of the infrastructure network, areas suitable for development and areas requiring special protection.

Analisis Rencana Induk Sistem Penyediaan Air Minum (RISPAM) Kota Makassar Tahun 2023-2043

The provision of drinking water is a basic need that is essential to improve people's welfare. Makassar City, as a metropolitan city, faces significant challenges in ensuring adequate availability of clean water, especially with increasing population growth and changing environmental conditions. Data from 2022 shows that 24.13% of Makassar's population still experiences water scarcity, which is exacerbated by the high water loss of 52% in the distribution of the PDAM system. In response, the Makassar City Government has prepared a master plan for the drinking water supply system (RISPAM) for the 2023-2042 period to ensure sustainable SPAM development that is integrated with the regional spatial plan. This study uses the arithmetic projection method; water demand analysis includes population growth projections, water loss in distribution, and estimates of per capita needs. Data from various PDAM service areas are also analyzed to understand the characteristics of different needs. The results of the study indicate that the population of Makassar City in 2043 is projected to reach 1,530,631 people, with water needs reaching 4,898.02 liters per second in 2033 and 297.02 liters per second in 2043. The potential of groundwater in Tamalate and Tamalanrea, as well as the main river flow, provides opportunities for the development of additional raw water sources. However, high water loss and low access to clean water are major challenges that require mitigation efforts through efficient distribution systems and optimal utilization of water resources. This study emphasizes the importance of integrating spatial planning and water resource management for the sustainability of the water supply system in Makassar City.

The Influence of Flood Disasters on Economic Growth and Poverty in Indonesia

This research examines and analyzes the influence of flood disasters on economic growth and poverty in Indonesia. The study has compiled flood data from government agencies for the period of 2014-2022, especially from the Indonesian National Statistics Authority and the National Agency for Disaster Management. Using the quantitative method, this study has employed Full Generalized Least Square to analyze the flood data further and studied their impact on economic growth. Natural disasters have disrupted critical economic activities, including investment and tourism, and certainly affect employment opportunities. This study underscored the importance of strategic disaster managements that deal with social and economic issues, namely supervision and control, socio-economic strengthening, hydrological and preparedness information systems, disaster resilience infrastructure, spatial planning, and risk mapping, as well as forest and land rehabilitation. It is expected that such government interventions could enhance the reciprocal synchronization of data and the information needed, which is crucial to equalizing the components of Hazard, Capacity, and Vulnerability, especially between Ministries and institutional partners. Moreover, optimizing the analysis of regional development projections and spatial planning is necessary. It includes the use of more comprehensive data and information regarding existing disaster management programs and their implementation. By this, a comprehensive analysis can be carried out and investment needs can be identified. This also includes consideration of climate change aspects in disaster hazard analysis. There is still a need to synchronize flash flood disaster hazard data into analysis, as well as synchronize and share data between both parties for capacity and vulnerability components.

Does land use change decline the regional ecosystem health maintenance? Case study in subtropical coastal region, Fuzhou, China.

Regional environmental management aims to maintain or improve regional ecosystem health (REH) and prevent its degradation over time. In the context of rapid urbanization and global sustainability over the last two decades, has land use change resulted in a deterioration of REH? By using the improved REH framework model as Pressure-Vigor-Organization-Resilience-Service (P-VOR-S), this paper proposed Regional Ecosystem Health Maintenance (REHM) as a dynamic quantitative indicator of REH, and detected REHM as well as its response to land use change in the coastal city of Fuzhou, China during 2003-2018. The results showed that: (1) During 2003-2018, the average REH gradually decreased in spite of the 62.50-67.55% area coverage of the REH "well" level. The REHM "maintenance" level covered 9764.69km2 (83.74%), while the REHM "degradation" and "improvement" covered only 1485.17km2 (12.74%) and 410.99km2 (3.52%), respectively. (2) The REHM "degradation" in Fuzhou was predominantly caused by the conversion of forest to cultivated land and cultivated land to construction land, as well as the conversion of forest and water to construction land. (3) The REHM map highlighted the degraded areas as hotspots for environmental management concerns, and the area of REHM "degradation" or "improvement" could be served as key indicator for regional environmental management and spatial land planning.

ANALISIS PENGARUH PERUBAHAN TATA GUNA LAHAN MENGGUNAKAN EPA-SWMM DI DAS KRUKUT

Flooding in Jakarta, a lowland area traversed by several rivers, has become a recurring challenge due to increased development, business activities, and land-use changes. This study aims to calculate the design flood discharge for various return periods and analyze the impact of land-use changes on flooding in the Krukut River Basin. The analysis utilized ArcGIS for land-use changes and EPA-SWMM for hydrological and hydraulic simulations. Results indicate that changes in land cover have led to an increase in flood discharge, for instance, in the 2-year return period from 106.01 m³/s (2006) to 108.25 m³/s (2017), and in the 100-year return period from 204.61 m³/s (2006) to 208.93 m³/s (2017). Mitigation efforts, such as the implementation of infiltration wells, were effective in reducing flood discharge, with EPA-SWMM simulations showing a reduction in the 100-year return period from 208.93 m³/s to 186.22 m³/s. This study recommends the implementation of infiltration wells and the enforcement of spatial planning regulations (RTRW) as conservation strategies to mitigate flood risks in the Krukut River Basin.

Ecological Zoning Study on the Coupling of Land Use Intensity and Landscape Ecological Risk in Western Jilin: A Production–Living–Ecological Space Perspective

Ecological zoning is essential for optimizing regional ecological management and improving environmental protection efficiency. While previous studies have primarily focused on the independent analysis of land use intensity (LUI) and landscape ecological risk (LER), there has been limited research on their coupled relationship. This study, conducted in the Western Jilin (WJL), introduces an innovative ecological zoning method based on the Production–Living–Ecological Space (PLES) framework, which explores the interactions between LUI and LER, filling a gap in existing research. The method employs a coupling coordination degree (CCD) model and Geographic Information System (GIS) technology to construct an LUI-ERI coupling model, which is used to delineate ecological zones. The results indicate that: (1) The PLES in the study area is predominantly production space (PS), with the largest area of transfer being production ecological space (PES) 2784.23 km2, and the most significant transfer in being PS 3112.33 km2. (2) Between 2000 and 2020, both LUI and LER exhibited downward trends, with opposite spatial distribution characteristics. The “middle” intensity zone and “highest” risk zone were the dominant LUI and LER types, covering approximately 46% and 45% of the total area, respectively. (3) The coupling coordination degree between LUI and LER showed a polarized trend, with an overall upward trajectory from 2000 to 2020. (4) The ecological zoning of the WJL can be categorized into an ecological core protection (ECP) zone, ecological potential governance (EPG) zone, ecological comprehensive monitoring (ECM) zone, ecological optimization (EO) zone, and ecological restoration (ER) zone, with the ecological core protection area occupying 61.63% of the total area. This study provides a novel perspective on ecological zoning and offers a systematic scientific basis for regional ecological management and spatial planning.

Implementing RIS3 (Research and Innovation Strategies for Smart Specialization) to unlock Iran’s regional potential

Centralized and top-down policymaking, resource allocation, and infrastructure concentration have long shaped Iran's industrial landscape. Rooted in its historical governance model and resource-based economic structure, this approach has inadvertently marginalized regions with untapped potential. A regional approach to industrial development is essential to address the disparities among Iranian provinces. While Research and Innovation Strategies for Smart Specialization (RIS3) has gained prominence for promoting specialization within regions and fostering inter-regional synergy, its adoption remains limited in large developing countries with diverse innovation portfolios. This article proposes a mathematical model for RIS3 that extends beyond high-tech industries to encompass medium – and low-tech sectors, acknowledging the full spectrum of innovation capabilities. The output of model's implementation for Iran’s provinces aligns relatively well with regional spatial planning documents, underscoring its reliability. The model's flexibility also allows adaptation to other contexts, making it a valuable tool for policymakers and practitioners seeking tailored strategies.

KAJIAN RENCANA TATA RUANG WILAYAH BERDASARKAN RISIKO BENCANA GEMPA BUMI DI KOTA JAYAPURA

A study has been conducted on the typology of earthquake disaster-prone areas in the city of Jayapura and the suitability of Regional Spatial Planning (RTRW) for land use capacity in the city of Jayapura. The study onearthquake disaster-prone area typology aims to determine the distribution of stability levels of the area againstthe risk of earthquakes. This study employs a weighting matrix method for area stability based on the Minister ofPublic Works Regulation No. 21 of 2007 concerning Guidelines for Spatial Planning of Volcanic Eruption andEarthquake-Prone Areas (Department of Public Works, 2007). The research results indicate that the final score forthe city of Jayapura is between 30 - 45, which falls into all stability categories: stable and less stable. Thepercentage of area for each category is 97.81% for Stable Type A, 1.91% for Stable Type B, and 0.28% for LessStable Type C. The typology of earthquake disaster-prone areas in Jayapura based on stability scores falls intocategories A, B, and C. The study on the suitability of the Regional Spatial Planning (RTRW) for 2013-2033 with the land usecapacity in Jayapura was assessed by scoring data on land capacity and land use, followed by an overlay analysis.This resulted in a land capacity suitable for development of 57,039.39 hectares, or about 60.48% of the study area,while approximately 37,272.96 hectares, or around 39.52%, were deemed unsuitable.

Multi-Objective Optimization of Urban Gas Station Site Selection Under Territorial Spatial Planning Constraints

The traditional process for selecting urban gas station sites often emphasizes economic benefits and return on investment, frequently overlooking mandatory and guiding constraints established by territorial spatial planning regulations. This neglect can compromise the effective layout and future growth of cities, potentially affecting their long-term development. To address this issue, this study develops a systematic framework for urban gas station site selection that integrates both mandatory and guiding constraints. By conducting detailed analyses of feasible construction areas and fuel demand, the framework quantifies relevant indicators and establishes a comprehensive index system for site selection. A multi-objective optimization model employing genetic algorithms was utilized to maximize fuel demand coverage, minimize inter-station redundancy, and achieve optimal site coverage. This framework was applied to the central urban area of Lishui City, China, as a case study. The site selection schemes achieved a coverage rate exceeding 90%, an inter-station redundancy rate around 30%, and a demand coverage rate surpassing 90%, optimizing the key objectives. Compared to traditional methods that often ignore territorial spatial planning constraints, this framework effectively avoids conflicts with urban planning and regulatory requirements. It enhances infrastructure coordination, supports environmental sustainability, and exhibits strong adaptability to diverse urban contexts, thus offering valuable support for practical decision-making.

Responsibility of Land Deed Officials: Implications of Legal Convergence on the Harmonization and Integration of Collateral Law and Telematics Law

The dynamics of the convergence of telematics law within the national legal system, notably in the area of land, are represented by the Minister of Agrarian Affairs and Spatial Planning's Regulation Number 5 of 2020, which also serves as the head of the National Land Agency. One of the effects of land digitization is the Ministerial Regulation, which has changed the mortgage rights registration process from a traditional system to an electronic or digital one. Despite being virtual, the digitalization of Mortgage Rights registration involves actual legal actions with clear legal ramifications. The Land Deed Official is directly involved in the electronic execution of Mortgage Rights, which is governed by the Regulation of the Minister of Agrarian Affairs and Spatial Planning / Head of the National Land Agency number 5 of 2020. The objective of this study is to investigate the consequences of the convergence of the Law on Mortgage Rights and the Telecommunication Law. This convergence results in the creation of digital-based Mortgage Rights via an integrated Electronic Mortgage Registration system, which is also known as the Electronic Mortgage System. The role and obligations of the Land Deed Official are also affected by this. This study employs a prescriptive, normative-juridical methodology. Based on the research findings, it is known that the conversion of the collateral registration system from a traditional system to a digital system is affected by the convergence of telematics legislation and the law of collateral guarantees. Because of the discord and breakdown of the Mortgage Law, the Electronic Information and Transactions Law, and the Regulations of the Land Deed Official, this also affects the status and legal obligations of the Land Deed Official, who fails to maintain the principle of justice..

Spatiotemporal Evolution of Territorial Spaces and Its Effect on Carbon Emissions in Qingdao City, China

Land use change has always been a significant factor affecting global carbon emissions. Dissecting the characteristics of territorial space evolution and its impact on carbon emissions is crucial for developing low-carbon-oriented territorial space optimization and governance strategies. This paper calculates the carbon emissions associated with territorial spaces in Qingdao from 2000 to 2020, utilizing land use data alongside various statistical data. Based on the accounting results, the evolution characteristics of territorial spaces and their corresponding carbon emissions, as well as the carbon transition dynamics resulting from space transfer, are analyzed. A carbon transition decomposition formula is then proposed to quantify the differential and spatially heterogeneous impacts of changes in space types and socio-economic development on emissions. The results indicate that: (1) the evolution of territorial spaces in Qingdao during 2000–2020 is characterized by an expansion of living space and a contraction of production and ecological spaces; (2) net carbon emissions rose from 313.98 × 104 tons to 1068.58 × 104 tons, with urban production space contributing the most (69.96% in 2020) due to its significantly high emission density. The spatial distribution of carbon emissions exhibited a stable “northwest–southeast” pattern, with increased dispersion and weakened directionality; (3) the transformation of territorial spaces promoted carbon emissions in Qingdao, with the conversion of urban production space to other uses yielding the most favorable carbon transitions, while the expropriation of agricultural production spaces for urban production and residents’ living has resulted in the most detrimental carbon transitions; (4) socio-economic development shapes the overarching pattern of regional emission density changes, whereas space transfers account for local variations. This paper also identifies priorities for spatial optimization and key sectors for emission reduction. The findings contribute to a deeper understanding of the carbon emission consequences of territorial space transformation in Qingdao, thereby providing valuable insights for regional spatial planning and optimization aimed at promoting low-carbon development.

Forgotten Ecological Corridors: A GIS Analysis of the Ditches and Hedges in the Roman Centuriation Northeast of Padua

Studying historical rural landscapes beyond their archaeological and cultural significance, as has typically been addressed in previous research, is important in the context of current environmental challenges. Some historical rural landscapes, such as Roman land divisions, have persisted for more than 2000 years and may still contribute to sustainability goals. To assess this topic, the hydraulic and vegetation network of the centuriation northeast of Padua were studied, emphasising their multiple benefits. Their length, distribution, and evolution over time (2008–2022) were vectorised and measured using available digital terrain models and orthophotographs in a geographic information system (GIS). The results revealed a significant decline in the length of water ditches and hedgerows across almost all examined areas, despite their preservation being highlighted in regional and local spatial planning documents. These findings indicate the need for a better understanding of the local dynamics driving such trends and highlight the importance of adopting a more tailored approach to their planning. This study discusses the GIS metrics utilised and, in this way, contributes to landscape monitoring and restoration actions. Finally, a multifunctional approach to the sustainable planning of this area is proposed here—one that integrates the cultural archaeological heritage in question with environmental preservation and contemporary climate adaptation and mitigation strategies.

Coastal vulnerability index for the indented coastline of Primorje-Gorski Kotar County, Croatia

The study explores the general vulnerability of the coastline, with a focus on assessing vulnerability using the coastal vulnerability index (CVI) along the highly indented coastline of Primorje-Gorski Kotar County (PGC), Croatia. Vulnerability was assessed every 25 m of the 1235 km long coastline by calculating the CVI based on five representative variables: geological setting, coastal slope in relation to terrain instabilities (rockfalls and landslides), significant wave height, coastal flooding, and beaches, which were also integrated into a single overall CVI. The length of the coastline, characterised by different relief forms, and the scale of available data required an adaptation of the commonly used methodology. The results show a low overall vulnerability, mainly due to the prevalence of relatively resistant carbonate sedimentary rocks along the coasts. However, almost a quarter of the investigated coastline is highly or very highly vulnerable to coastal flooding. Of particular concern is the fact that many of the most vulnerable areas are inhabited. Analyses at this scale are suitable for regional spatial planning. The results of the conducted research are available publicly online, which enables their practical application for planning and management of coastal areas. Adaptation to the impacts of climate change is highly dependent on the location itself, but overall, this assessment provides indications of the most vulnerable locations in the PGC, where it is necessary to limit interventions in the coastal area.

PENGARUH PENERAPAN COURTYARD PADA KAFE KINERUKU TERHADAP KENYAMANAN PENGUNJUNG

Green Open Space (RTH) is an open area that allows plant growth both naturally and through deliberate planting. The existence of green open space is now an important thing to have in a public interior facility, one of which is the application of a courtyard. Therefore, it is necessary to increase public awareness and understanding regarding the importance of utilizing green open spaces, especially in public facilities. This research aims to investigate the effect of courtyard implementation on the comfort level of visitors at a cafe located in Bandung, Indonesia. This research will apply the use of descriptive qualitative methods with a phenomenological approach and spatial atmosphere theory. This research will use field observation techniques, physical documentation and interviews with visitors. The results of the research will show conclusions about the comfort of Kineruku cafe visitors regarding the implementation of courtyards in cafes. The results of this research are information regarding the comfort level and preferences of visitors regarding the application of courtyards in cafe interiors in the city of Bandung. It is hoped that this research can provide a valuable insight that align with the Bandung City Government's commitment to maintaining green open spaces (RTH), namely the Draft Regional Regulations on Regional Spatial Planning (RTRW) for the City of Bandung 2022-2042.

Spatial Analysis of Regional Planning Related to Moratorium Right to Cultivate (Plantation) in Indonesia

Indonesia is a country that is blessed by Allah Swt with a very large expanse of space and territory and is located on the equator surrounded by the sea. This is a natural resource that is very rarely owned by other countries, where the sun shines every year with high humidity. These resources are controlled by the state and used as much as possible for the welfare of the community. One of the related natural resources is plants that can grow well in the area. Oil palm is a plant originating from West Africa that is very suitable for growing in the equatorial area. Currently, Indonesia is the largest producer of palm oil in the world. The greatest utilization of this blessing are for the welfare of the community and based on sustainable Regional Spatial Planning. On its implementation the Regional Spatial Planning has been divided according to its function and sustainability. This condition is contrary to the current government policy, where the government has implemented a moratorium policy on new business use rights for the Plantation sector. The regulation was Presidential Instruction (Inpres) Number 8 of 2018. The purpose of the Moratorium is to control the deforestation of Primary Forests and also improve the Governance of Oil Palm Plantations. In its implementation, there are indeed successes and weaknesses. Successes are mainly in holding back the rate of deforestation or forest encroachment. The weakness is that in terms of Regional Spatial Planning, there should still be many areas that can be used for developing plantation land, especially unproductive and non-forest areas. So that the ideals of improving the welfare of the community can be truly realized.

Analisis Dampak Perubahan Tata Guna Lahan terhadap Debit Limpasan di Kecamatan Selaparang dan Mataram

Selaparang and Mataram Districts are two of the six districts in the Mataram City area that experience changes in land use every year. This change can affect the absorption capacity of groundwater in the area to decrease so that if there is rain with a fairly high intensity, it can cause water to overflow to the surface and inundate the area. This study was conducted to determine the runoff discharge that occurred due to changes in land use that occurred in 2013, 2018, and 2023, and to compare the runoff discharge in 2023 with the runoff discharge based on the Regional Spatial Plan of Selaparang and Mataram Districts in 2011-2031. The initial stage in this study was to collect several secondary data such as rainfall data, land use based on the regional spatial plan, and others that can be obtained from related agencies. After that, the next stage is the delineation of the catchment area and land use analysis with the help of ArcGis and Google Earth software, as well as runoff discharge analysis. The results of the analysis show that the percentage increase in runoff discharge that occurred in Selaparang District in 2013-2018, 2018-2023, and 2013-2023 was 2.21%, 1.40%, and 3.64%, respectively. Meanwhile, the percentage increase in runoff discharge in Mataram District in 2013-2018, 2018-2023, and 2013-2023 was 2.43%, 0.73%, and 3.18%, respectively. Based on this, it can be concluded that the reduction in green land area and the increase in built-up land area each year will cause an increase in the runoff coefficient value, so that the runoff discharge that occurs in Selaparang and Mataram Districts also increases every year.

POSSIBILITIES OF CREATING TOURIST AND RECREATIONAL COMPLEXES BASED ON THE LANDSCAPE CONDITIONS OF THE MOUNTAINOUS DISTRICTS OF THE ALMATY REGION, KAZAKHSTAN

The Almaty region, which is rich in natural landscapes, was established again in 2022. In this regard, the importance of regional spatial planning is taking on new forms. Considering the unique landscape potential, this project aims to create a framework for developing tourist and recreational complexes in the Uygur, Kegen, and Raiymbek regions. Creating a landscape diversity database to classify recreational resources; developing a typology for tourist and recreational complexes, considering the landscape's features and the tourism specializations. The research methods used in this study include field observations and landscape descriptions provided by the authors. A classification method has been developed to divide recreational resources into groups and sub-groups, determining their locations. The process of the developed typology is based on examples of specific types of tourist and recreational activities, as well as existing and potential tourist areas in the Almaty region and the Republic of Kazakhstan. The theoretical and methodological basis for the proposed classification and typology is based on the work of various authors and materials from the National Science Foundation of Kazakhstan. Issues of the possibilities of agricultural enterprises to provide tourists with local, natural food products have been analy zed. Based on these factors, recommendations were formulated for further developing promising tourist and recreational complexes in these areas. All authors have read and agreed to the published version of the manuscript.

Rapid evaluation of habitat connectivity change to safeguard multispecies persistence in human-transformed landscapes

Following the adoption of the Post-2020 Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework (KM-GBF) of the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD) there is a clear science-policy need to protect habitat connectivity and track its change over time to safeguard biodiversity and inform conservation planning. In response to this need we describe an analytical, multi-indicator and multispecies approach for the rapid assessment of habitat connectivity at fine spatial grain and at the extent of an entire ecoregion. Out of 68 connectivity indicators we found through a literature review, we identified a key-set of six indicators that align with the Essential Biodiversity Variables framework and are suitable to guide rapid action for connectivity and conservation targets in the KM-GBF. Using these selected indicators, we mapped and evaluated connectivity change from 2011 to 2021 across the ecoregion of the St-Lawrence Lowlands in Quebec (~ 30,000 km2) for seven ecoprofile species representing regional forest habitat needs. For most of these species, trends over the last decade indicate a decline in effective connected area and metapopulation carrying capacity, via a division of large contiguous habitat into smaller fragments, whereas on average, habitat area slightly increased. These results highlight that temporal changes in habitat area and connectivity are not necessarily correlated and the urgent need to conserve and restore connectivity to meet targets under the KM-GBF. We provide an R-tool to support our general approach, which enables a comprehensive evaluation of connectivity for regional spatial planning for biodiversity in regions with moderate to high human disturbance.

An automatically recursive feature elimination method based on threshold decision in random forest classification

ABSTRACT The rich feature information contained in the diverse remote sensing data has also exhibited growing potential in the field of image classification. However, the processing of multi-feature data still grapples with the challenges posed by the “curse of dimensionality” and the high computational costs. This paper proposes a remote sensing feature parameter selection method. This method is based on the Gini index of a Random Forest (RF) classifier and employs a 10% threshold decision to identify the optimal combination of remote sensing feature parameters. First, spectral features, texture features, temperature features, elevation features, and principal component features are selected to create a stack of remote sensing images. Second, multiple sets of decision trees are established to cross-validate the contributions of various feature parameters. The feature rankings are determined based on the normalized mean of feature importance. Subsequently, a threshold isset to filter out remote sensing feature parameters that meet the criteria. Finally, an iterative parameter optimization process is carried out to obtain the optimal combination of remote sensing feature parameters. The Landsat 8 image covering Hangzhou Bay in eastern China and the Sentinel-2 remote sensing image of Yancheng Nature Reserve in Jiangsu, China were selected for experiments. The results show that the feature parameters of the remote sensing image screened by the method in this paper are representative, and the proposed method demonstrates strong adaptability and generalization performance in complex environments. The study has important guiding significance for regional spatial planning and sustainable development.

Management Strategy for Public Green Open Spaces in Medan City Using SWOT Analysis

Medan City, the third-largest city in Indonesia, faces significant challenges in managing its public green open spaces (RTH) due to high population density, rapid urbanization, and insufficient green space, which falls far short of the 30% mandated by law. This research assesses the management of public green spaces in Medan through a SWOT analysis, revealing internal strengths such as a Regional Spatial Plan and government commitment, alongside weaknesses like suboptimal management, lack of coordination between agencies, and inadequate regulations. External factors, including opportunities from NGO funding and potential land acquisition, contrast with threats like rapid population growth and misuse of green spaces. Through data collection methods, including focus group discussions, questionnaires, and interviews with key stakeholders, the research identified key areas for improvement in green space management. Strategic recommendations include strengthening policies, increasing public awareness, optimizing cross-sector collaboration, and promoting sustainable urban planning. Additionally, leveraging green spaces for economic growth through multifunctional uses can enhance their value to the community. This study concludes that public green open spaces in Medan City can contribute significantly to sustainable urban development and environmental balance if managed more effectively, with better coordination, stronger regulations, and resource allocation. The findings aim to provide valuable insights for urban planners and policy makers in achieving urban sustainability goals.