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type: thesis
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creators_name: Soest, Thijs van
creators_id: S3507467
creators_email: thijsvansoest1998@gmail.com
title: Assessing the Impact of Recent Legislation on the Connectedness of new Dutch Housing Developments to Public Transportation, a Groningen Case Study
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full_text_status: public
abstract: In the Dutch 2022 coalition agreement, 7.5 billion euros were allocated to improving the connectedness of new Dutch housing developments. This research examines the integration of public transportation in new housing developments in Groningen. Using a mixed-methods approach, including GIS data analysis and eight semi-structured interviews with urban planners and stakeholders, this research assesses how policies and legislative changes influence urban connectedness.
Findings indicate that Groningen's approach to Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) is largely effective, yet challenges persist in aligning housing construction with transport infrastructure development. Stakeholders highlighted the need for clear roles in the development process, effective policies addressing the stakeholders’ interests and concerns, and innovative funding to enhance connectivity. The analysis underscores the importance of designing neighbourhoods that support walking, cycling, and community interaction.
The results discuss stakeholders' views on connectedness, responsibilities regarding mobility, policy and funding challenges, practical implementation, mobility and accessibility, and future planning perspectives. This research offers insights into creating sustainable and connected urban environments that are relevant for policymakers and urban planners.
date: 2024
pages: 35
thesis_type: master
degree_programme: VG
tutors_name: ODriscoll, C.
tutors_name: Troost, A.A.
tutors_organization: Fac. Ruimtelijke wetenschappen, Basiseenheid Economische Geografie
tutors_organization: Fac. Ruimtelijke wetenschappen, Basiseenheid Economische Geografie
tutors_email: c.odriscoll@rug.nl
tutors_email: a.a.troost@rug.nl
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keywords_local: Connectedness
keywords_local: Housing Development
keywords_local: Urban Planning
keywords_local: Transit-Oriented Development (TOD)
keywords_local: Groningen
language_iso: en
date_issued: 2024-07-25
citation:   Soest, Thijs van  (2024) Assessing the Impact of Recent Legislation on the Connectedness of new Dutch Housing Developments to Public Transportation, a Groningen Case Study.  Master thesis.   
document_url: https://frw.studenttheses.ub.rug.nl/4678/1/Final-master-thesis-Thijs-van-Soest-s3507467.pdf