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Identifying and measuring land-use and proximity conflicts: methods and identification.
André Torre1, Romain Melot1, Habibullah Magsi2
1UMR SAD-APT, INRA AgroParisTech, Paris Saclay University, Paris, France.
Springerplus
|March 7, 2014
Summary
This study details a methodology for analyzing land-use conflicts using spatial analysis and diverse data collection. The developed database aids in reconciling and analyzing conflict data for case studies globally.
Area of Science:
- Environmental Science
- Urban Planning
- Sociology
Background:
- Land-use conflicts are complex phenomena with diverse motives and actors.
- Existing methodologies for conflict analysis are often fragmented.
Purpose of the Study:
- To present a comprehensive methodology for studying land-use conflicts.
- To detail survey and data collection methods for conflict analysis.
- To introduce a structured database for reconciled conflict data.
Main Methods:
- Spatial analysis integrating multiple data sources.
- Expert surveys and analysis of regional media.
- Examination of administrative litigation court data.
Main Results:
- A systematic approach to identifying and defining land-use conflicts.
- A multidisciplinary framework for conflict data collection.
- A structured database (Conflicts ©) for reconciled and analyzed conflict information.
Conclusions:
- The presented methodology offers a robust framework for land-use conflict analysis.
- The Conflicts © database facilitates comparative case studies in various countries.
- This approach supports informed decision-making in land management and policy.
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