Taxonomic characteristics of landscape and recreational framework in the system of ecological urban planning
Abstract
Purpose. Systematize scientific approaches to defining the essence and structural-functional organization of the landscape-recreational framework of the city, determine its taxonomic place among other types of urban frameworks within the framework of ecological planning of territories.
Methods. Analytical, systemic-structural, comparative-terminological, and classification-generalizing methods were applied, as well as content analysis of scientific and regulatory sources governing the greening of urban development activities.
Results. An analysis of scientific approaches to interpreting the concepts of “ecological”, “natural-ecological”, “green”, and “landscape-recreational” frameworks was conducted. Their interrelationships, hierarchy, and differentiation according to the degree of anthropogenic impact were determined. An interpretation of the landscape-recreational framework as a secondary type of urban framework that combines the spatial-functional and recreational properties of the formed urban landscape was proposed. The novelty of the study lies in the clarification of the terminology and the formation of a systematic model of relationships between types of frameworks in the city structure. The practical significance of the study lies in the implementation of the concept of a landscape-recreational framework in the practice of spatial planning and environmental construction standards.
Conclusions. It has been proven that the landscape-recreational framework is a subtype of ecological, natural-ecological, or natural frameworks and acts as a structural-functional model of a sustainable urban landscape. Its implementation contributes to improving the ecological stability of urban systems, preserving biodiversity, and creating a comfortable urban environment.
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