Comparisons of national spatial planning systems have long taken centre stage in the
dedicated literature. However, a definitive agreement on how to compare and contrast …

Urban sprawl is widely considered to be a major issue for the functioning of urban areas,
threatening long-term sustainability and affecting the quality of living. The aim of this …

Green infrastructure (GI) is increasingly popular in solving urban environmental challenges
and enhancing ecosystem services. Yet the research status and challenges of GI planning …

Although conservation and development are two facets of sustainability, they are often
placed in contradictory positions. In this context, planning systems are able to respond to …

The extent and continuity of green infrastructure can be adjusted by planning. Depending on
the sense of the adjustment, the process can lead to a vicious cycle, resulting in poorer …

Comparisons of spatial planning systems still require in-depth reflection, especially in
Central and Eastern European countries. This article compares national (central) …

A green-blue infrastructure is essential for achieving the European Green Deal objectives
and can be used to protect large cities and their metropolitan areas against urban sprawl …

Urban sprawl is a process that shapes contemporary urban spaces. Generally, this process
is associated with negative effects due to the generation of high costs. However, not all the …

Planning for a green–blue infrastructure system around big cities, having the shape of a belt,
to connect natural areas—such as green spaces, water, and agricultural land—is a solution …

The construction industry sector plays an important role in the national and local economy,
and its activities are vital for achieving the objectives of economic and social development …