GIS for Urban and Regional Planning
Planners require solutions that address day-to-day work needs while also fostering the ability to effectively predict and respond to chronic urban problems and future market fluctuation. The success of planners in combating chronic urban problems is largely determined by their ability to utilize effective tools and planning support systems that allow them to make informed decisions based on actionable intelligence. Today, planners utilize GIS around the world in a variety of applications. The following articles illustrate how GIS is being used as a platform to help planners reach their goals of creating livable communities and improving the overall quality of life while protecting the environment and promoting economic development. GIS tools can provide the necessary planning platform for visualization, modeling, analysis, and collaboration.
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