Articles
The regulation of planting design in the context of the climate crisis: present and perspectives
Article number
1429_23
Pages
193 – 198
Language
English
Abstract
In our cities, climate change phenomena have increased in recent decades, and so new measures are required for planning, development and planting.
Among these measures are the principles of sustainable planting design, which can make an important contribution to mitigating the effects of climate change, to improving the urban microclimate, and, at the same time, to preserving the city’s biodiversity.
The current work presents the correlation of the benefits offered by urban green infrastructure with a series of sustainable design principles, which can maximize the favourable impact of green spaces from a climatic, ecological and social point of view.
The conversion of design principles into planning and design indicators can represent a premise for the regulation of sustainable planting design at the local level, depending on the climatic and bio-geographical conditions specific to regions and cities.
The indicators we can mention include: tree canopy cover, the share of native species, the ratio between deciduous and coniferous species, the ratio between lawn surfaces and areas covered by shrubs.
In the study, examples of the current application of these indicators are presented, including a local regulation developed by the authors for the City Hall of Brasov in central Romania.
This case study demonstrated that well-designed regulations can significantly enhance the ecological, social, and economic benefits of urban green spaces.
The emphasis on native species, diverse ground cover vegetation, and substantial tree canopy cover has proven effective in promoting biodiversity, improving air quality, and mitigating the urban heat island effect.
The conclusions highlight the impact and potential of applying these regulations in the framework of green infrastructure strategies at the urban level to reduce the impact of climate change and uncontrolled urban development.
Among these measures are the principles of sustainable planting design, which can make an important contribution to mitigating the effects of climate change, to improving the urban microclimate, and, at the same time, to preserving the city’s biodiversity.
The current work presents the correlation of the benefits offered by urban green infrastructure with a series of sustainable design principles, which can maximize the favourable impact of green spaces from a climatic, ecological and social point of view.
The conversion of design principles into planning and design indicators can represent a premise for the regulation of sustainable planting design at the local level, depending on the climatic and bio-geographical conditions specific to regions and cities.
The indicators we can mention include: tree canopy cover, the share of native species, the ratio between deciduous and coniferous species, the ratio between lawn surfaces and areas covered by shrubs.
In the study, examples of the current application of these indicators are presented, including a local regulation developed by the authors for the City Hall of Brasov in central Romania.
This case study demonstrated that well-designed regulations can significantly enhance the ecological, social, and economic benefits of urban green spaces.
The emphasis on native species, diverse ground cover vegetation, and substantial tree canopy cover has proven effective in promoting biodiversity, improving air quality, and mitigating the urban heat island effect.
The conclusions highlight the impact and potential of applying these regulations in the framework of green infrastructure strategies at the urban level to reduce the impact of climate change and uncontrolled urban development.
Authors
A. Vita, V. Boc
Keywords
green infrastructure, planting design regulation, sustainable landscape design, climate change adaptation and mitigation
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