International Journal of Human Capital in Urban Management
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Development of eco-park in flood prone areas using green technologies

https://doi.org/10.22034/IJHCUM.2021.03.07
Volume 6, Issue 3 - Serial Number 23
Summer 2021
Pages 291-304
International Journal of Human Capital in Urban Management

Document Type : CASE STUDY

Authors

C.M. Torres Navas 1
J.C. Musa Wasil 1
K. Malave Llamas 2
C. Morales Agrinzoni 3

1 Department of environmental planning, Ana G. Méndez University, Virtual Campus, San Juan, Puerto Rico

2 Department of sciences and technology, Ana G. Méndez University, Carolina Campus, Carolina, Puerto Rico

3 Department of sciences and technology, Ana G. Méndez University, Cupey Campus, San Juan, Puerto Rico

Abstract
BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES: The destruction of urban areas has caused environmental, social and economic problems. One of these areas was identified in the Municipality of Humacao, on the east coast of Puerto Rico. This land is vast and unused, Fulladosa farm, located in the urban area of the Municipality of Humacao. It is suggested to create an eco-park in this place to restore this green space and help improve the environment.
METHODS: The collection of information through public documents offered information related to the study area. Through a physical spatial analysis, the strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats of the study area could be obtained. This technique made it possible to identify areas with development potential to create an eco-park. Management strategies were developed for the development of the eco-park. Sustainable aspects were analysed to assess the viability of establishing an eco-park on the Fulladosa farm.
FINDINGS: The Fulladosa farm, located on Almodóvar Final Street in Barrio Cataño, has a high-density residential rating. According to the joint regulation, the use of parks in classified plots as high-density housing is not allowed. Therefore, a location query must be used to submit the project to the Licensing and Approval Office. Finally, it was found that the study area is prone to flooding. Flood insurance is also required, and the municipality must obtain the elevation certification required by the Federal Emergency Management Agency.
CONCLUSION:The creation of this eco-park can provide environmental education, community interaction and recreational spaces. Completion of this project will generally provide environmental, social and economic benefits to the community.

Keywords

Cities
Geographic information system (GIS)
Land use
Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities and Threats (SWOT)
Urban planning
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  • Receive Date 02 November 2020
  • Revise Date 12 February 2021
  • Accept Date 20 February 2021

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