The County of Ludwigsburg, with the City of Ludwigsburg as its capital, is located at the core of the State of Baden-Württemberg and forms part of the Stuttgart Region. It consists of 39 administrative municipalities with a total population of 516,874 inhabitants as at 2009. It is anticipated that the County will experience additional population growth of approximately 21,400 in the year 2020. This has profound implications for spatial change and reorganization as more land would be required for housing and jobs allocations and other complementary functions. The principal objective of this project is the effective regional planning and sustainable urbanism in the County of Ludwigsburg and it is accomplished in three main phases.
Phase one focuses on the formulation of objectives and development of planning guidelines and spatial concept based on data analysis of the existing situation considering issues such as demography, economic and environment among others. The analysis of the existing situation also revealed the strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats of the county resulting in the definition of specific objectives, namely: ensuring ecological friendly urban planning; improving non-motorized modes of transport; ensuring the effective and efficient utilization of open spaces and promoting a sense of social cohesion; and promoting compact development. The planning objectives form the basis of the planning guidelines which in turn provide the framework for the allocation of jobs and housing within the county.
In the second phase, an elaborate land demand calculation as well as land suitability analysis on the county level were undertaken using some defined benchmarks and indicators based on which the jobs and housing allocation scheme was prepared. In order to ensure spatial harmony and enhance optimal utilization of the limited space, a spatial prioritization of the planned interventions was carried out in line with the spatial concept and planning guidelines.
Phase three consists of a set of activities that culminated in the design of a detailed urban master plan together with implementation plan to cater for 5000 inhabitants on one location in a green field. Cumulatively, this urban master plan will provide a comprehensive framework for pursuing the development agenda of the county.
Table of Contents
1 Introduction
2 State of the County Report
2.1 General Overview of Ludwigsburg County
2.2 Analysis of Statistical Information
2.2.1 Demographic Analysis:
2.2.1.1 Population Growth
2.2.1.2 Residential Density
2.2.1.3 Net Migration
2.2.2 Economic Analysis
2.2.2.1 Temporal Transform of Workplaces
2.2.2.2 The Spatial Allocation of Financially Viable Actions
2.2.2.3 Per Capital Income and Purchasing Power
2.2.3 Commuting to Work
2.2.4 Transport and Accessibility Analysis
2.2.4.1 Public Transport Infrastructure
2.2.4.2 Accessibility to Work Places by Public and Private Transport
2.2.4.3 Walkability Distance Between Train Stations and Public Facilities
2.2.4.4 Walkability Distance Between Bus Stops And Public Facilities
2.2.5 Environmental Analysis
2.2.6 SWOT Analysis
2.2.6.1 Strengths
2.2.6.2 Weaknesses
2.2.6.3 Opportunities
2.2.6.4 Threats
2.3 Objectives
2.4 Planning Guidelines
2.5 Spatial Concept
3 Job and Housing Allocation Scheme
3.1 Elaboration of Land Suitability Analysis
3.1.1 Methodology
3.1.2 Definition of No-Go Zone:
3.1.3 Housing: Greenfield Development
3.1.4 Workplaces
3.1.5 Land Demand Forecast
3.1.5.1 Housing Typology
3.1.5.2 Commercial Space
3.1.5.3 Land Demand Forecast for Green Field and Brown Field Development
3.1.5.4 Land Demand Forecast for Workplaces
3.1.5.5 Land Demand Calculation
3.2 Elaboration of Jobs and Housing Allocation Scheme
3.2.1 Population Allocation
3.2.2 Site Selection for Housing Greenfield Development
3.2.2.1 Development In One Location
3.2.2.2 Selection of Bietigheim-Bissingen for New Greenfield Development
3.2.2.3 Scattered Development
3.2.3 Site Selection for Brownfield Housing Development
3.2.4 Site Selection for Working Places Allocation
3.2.5 Final Allocation Scheme
3.2.7 Transport Aspects
4 Urban Master Plan Concept for One Location
4.1 Analysis of the Allocation Site
4.1.1 Location and Existing Land Use
4.1.2 Accessibility and Transport
4.1.3 Climate and Site Orientation
4.1.4 Natural and Man-made Features
4.1.5 Visual Linkage with Surroundings
4.2 SWOT Analysis
4.3 Elaboration of Basic Concepts for the Urban MasterPlan
4.3.1 Basic Concept 1: The “Green Ribbon” Concept
4.3.2 Basic Concept 2: The “Common Yard” Concept
4.4 Selected Concept
4.4.1 Spatial Aspect
4.4.2 Green Aspect
4.4.3 Transport Aspect
5 Elaboration of Urban Master Plan
5.1 Urban Planning Aspects
5.1.1 Land Use
5.1.2 Housing
5.1.2.1 Single Houses
5.1.2.2 Semi-detached Houses
5.1.2.3 Terrace Housing
5.1.2.4 Apartments
5.1.3 Parks, Open Spaces and Commercial Area
5.2 Transport Aspects
5.2.1 Design of Road Network
5.2.2 Selected Road Cross-sections
5.2.2.1 Main Collector
5.2.2.2 Local Collector
5.2.2.3 Access Road
5.2.2.4 Residential Road
5.2.3 Design of Turning Areas
5.2.4 Public Transport
5.2.5 Parking
5.2.5.1 Private Parking
5.2.5.2 Public Parking
5.2.6 Transport Model and Assessment of Allocation Site
5.2.6.1 Catchment Area:
5.2.6.2 Private Transport Isochrones
5.2.6.3 Travel Time PrT/PuT to selected zones
5.2.6.4 Average PuT Access Time
5.2.6.5 Total link length
5.3 Conclusion
Project Goals and Scope
This report aims to develop a strategic job and housing allocation scheme for the County of Ludwigsburg to accommodate a projected population growth of 21,400 inhabitants and 10,000 new workplaces by the year 2020. The research explores sustainable spatial planning strategies, including site selection for both greenfield and brownfield developments, while integrating environmental conservation and efficient transport infrastructure to enhance the quality of life.
- Strategic allocation of housing and employment opportunities based on demographic data analysis.
- Evaluation of land suitability using GIS-based overlay mapping procedures.
- Design of an urban master plan centered on sustainability, compact development, and non-motorized transport.
- Implementation of a multi-criteria decision analysis to prioritize spatial interventions.
- Optimization of public transport accessibility and integration of green infrastructure into urban design.
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3.1.5.1 Housing Typology
“A functioning housing sector offers appropriate, affordable housing and sustainable patterns of urbanization which are critical for the future of our ever-urbanizing plane“ (UN-HABITAT, 2010). The housing designs are therefore targeted at providing appropriate housing that will serve various family types as well as different age and income groups. In this connection, four main housing types are considered in the land demand calculation for 5000 inhabitants on green field. These housing can be categorized as:(i) single housing (SH), (ii) semidetached housing (SDH), (iii) row or terraced housing (TH) and (iv) apartment blocks (AB). The standard living space requirement per person is 35-40 m2 in Germany; 15 m2 parking spaces are required per parking lot; the common floor area ratio is 0.4.
These housing typologies have different characteristics such as household size and number of parking lot. Besides this, some basic facilities like small shops, bakery, restaurant and kids’ recreational area have also been considered for development. In order to reduce urban heat island effect private garden, green corridor and wind corridor will be considered.
Summary of Chapters
1 Introduction: Provides an overview of Ludwigsburg County, highlighting its regional economic role and the necessity for strategic urban planning for the year 2020.
2 State of the County Report: Analyzes demographic, economic, and environmental data to establish a SWOT analysis and spatial concepts for regional development.
3 Job and Housing Allocation Scheme: Details the land suitability analysis and methodology for distributing 21,400 new inhabitants and 3,000 jobs across selected municipalities.
4 Urban Master Plan Concept for One Location: Presents site-specific design concepts, focusing on the selected Bietigheim-Bissingen location and evaluating the "Green Ribbon" vs. "Common Yard" proposals.
5 Elaboration of Urban Master Plan: Defines the specific urban design parameters, land use distribution, transport infrastructure, and technical implementation details for the master plan.
Keywords
Ludwigsburg, Urban Master Plan, Spatial Planning, Housing Allocation, Job Allocation, Greenfield Development, Brownfield Development, Sustainable Urbanism, Land Suitability Analysis, SWOT Analysis, Public Transportation, Accessibility, GIS, Demographic Growth, Infrastructure Planning
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the core purpose of this case study?
The study aims to create a strategic spatial framework for the County of Ludwigsburg to accommodate a projected population increase of 21,400 residents and create 10,000 new workplaces by 2020.
Which specific thematic areas are covered in the report?
The report covers demographic growth, economic activity sectors, transport accessibility, environmental land use, and the design of housing and employment sites.
What is the primary objective of the proposed urban master plan?
The primary objective is to achieve a balanced, sustainable, and compact development that optimizes existing infrastructure and promotes ecological balance through smart spatial allocation.
Which scientific methodology is applied in the research?
The researchers utilized a Land Suitability Analysis (LSA) performed in GIS software, involving an overlay mapping procedure based on weighted criteria to identify optimal development areas.
What does the main body of the work focus on?
The main body examines statistical data analysis, the development of planning guidelines, land demand forecasts, and the detailed design of an urban master plan for a specific location in Bietigheim-Bissingen.
How is the research characterized?
The research is characterized by an evidence-based approach, integrating quantitative demographic and economic data with qualitative urban design principles and transport modeling.
How was the Bietigheim-Bissingen site selected for the master plan?
The site was chosen through a Land Suitability Analysis as the most consistent location with the project's spatial concept, offering good rail connectivity and proximity to key road axes.
What role does the "Green Ribbon" concept play in the design?
The "Green Ribbon" is a horizontal curvilinear green corridor designed to bisect the settlement, serving as a wind corridor to improve air quality, manage the urban heat island effect, and provide social interaction space.
How does the master plan address parking and transport?
The plan uses a multi-modal transport strategy, prioritizing pedestrians and cyclists, implementing specific road hierarchies, and adopting a conservative parking strategy to discourage excessive private car use.
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- Muhammad Rayan (Author), Edward Gyan (Author), Ivaldi Lukman (Author), Georgia Panagiotou (Author), Fernando Rivera (Author), Rasool Shaik (Author), 2015, Job and Housing Allocation Scheme for the County of Ludwigsburg - Stuttgart, Germany, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.hausarbeiten.de/document/292785
