Legal Mandates in Urban Planning

30 Questions

What is the main focus of the sectoral studies conducted parallel to the physical/ land use assessment?

Identifying the issues prevailing in the sector

What is one of the key aspects analyzed during the social sector study?

Location, availability, capacity, and accessibility of social services/facilities

Which sector is included in the economic sector study?

Agriculture

What is one of the focuses in the infrastructure study conducted for a city/municipality?

Projected land use requirement

What is the purpose of conducting cross-sectoral analysis and integration in urban planning?

To integrate sectors and land uses for comprehensive planning

Why is it important to analyze cause/s and effect/s during the sectoral studies?

To understand the underlying reasons behind sector-specific problems

What is the minimum age requirement for a site or structure to qualify for consideration as a historic site according to the NHI Criteria?

50 years old

Which United Nations document emphasizes the promotion of historic and cultural continuity through civic participation?

The Global Habitat Agenda

What is one of the key roles that older persons are encouraged to play in relation to cultural heritage?

Train younger generations in traditional skills

Who is responsible for identifying and documenting the historic and cultural importance of various sites and structures?

Governments at all levels

What must sites and structures display to qualify for consideration according to the NHI Criteria?

High degree of authenticity

What is one of the goals mentioned for establishing conservation goals related to cultural and spiritual development?

Highlighting the importance of heritage

What is the definition of 'Conservation' according to the Burra Charter?

All processes of looking after a place to retain its cultural significance.

What does 'Assessment of Significance' entail?

Summarizing an item's heritage values for future management purposes.

What is the meaning of 'Compatible use' in cultural heritage planning?

A use that respects the cultural significance of a place.

According to Parks Canada, what does 'Conservation' aim to achieve?

Safeguarding a cultural resource to retain its historic value and extend its physical life.

What does 'Cultural Tourism' primarily focus on?

Discovering monuments and sites through tourism.

How are conservation disciplines related to the concept of 'Conservation'?

They share a broad concept embracing strategies from maintenance to significant modification of cultural resources.

According to Alan Wilson, how are GOALS defined in the planning process?

Areas of concern, general, and highly abstract

What is the main purpose of forecasting and modeling in the planning process?

To predict the future behavior of the system

How are OBJECTIVES different from GOALS in the planning process?

Objectives are very specific and defined in terms of actual programs

What is a TARGET in the planning process?

Criteria of performance set against target dates

In the context of planning, what is a SYSTEM MODEL used for?

To represent the behavior of the system over time

What do planners wish to model when considering the urban system?

The behavior of the system over time

What is the purpose of Executive Order No. 72?

To mandate LGUs to adopt a Land Use Plan

According to Republic Act 7279, what is the definition of a Land Use Plan?

A plan for equitable allocation of land resources

Which document outlines integrating strategies for sustainable development in the Philippines?

Philippine Agenda 21 (PA21)

What are the responsibilities of the Sangguniang Panlalawigan according to Executive Order No. 72?

Approval and adoption of CLUPs

Which framework identifies areas for intervention at both national and regional levels in the Philippines?