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Considering flood risk in spatial development planning: A land use conflict analysis approach
1Unit for Environmental Sciences and Management, North-West University, Potchefstroom, South Africa.
Jamba (Potchefstroom, South Africa)
|June 18, 2019
Summary
Spatial development planning can proactively manage flood risk by identifying suitable, flood-free areas for development. This land use conflict analysis found only 8% of the study area met these criteria, highlighting planning gaps.
Area of Science:
- Environmental Science
- Urban Planning
- Disaster Management
Background:
- Flooding is Africa's primary natural hazard, causing significant property damage and loss of life.
- Undeveloped flood-prone areas are crucial for mitigating flood impacts.
- Spatial development planning is a key tool for disaster risk managers.
Purpose of the Study:
- To propose and evaluate a land use conflict analysis approach for integrating flood risk into spatial development planning.
- To proactively identify areas suitable for residential development while avoiding flood risks.
Main Methods:
- Utilized a land use conflict analysis approach combined with spatial analysis techniques.
- Identified areas suitable for residential development and free from flood risk in South Africa's Batlhaping Ba-Ga-Phuduhucwana tribal area.
Main Results:
- Only 8% of the study area was identified as suitable for development and free from flood risk.
- Existing spatial development plans included areas designated for development that are, in fact, flood-prone.
Conclusions:
- Land use conflict analysis is valuable for proactive flood risk management within spatial development planning.
- Integrating this approach can improve the accuracy and safety of development plans in flood-prone regions.
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