Bang Khen District Development Strategies Based on the Sustainable Livable City Model, 2013-2032

Abstract

This research article analyzes (1) the city development of the Bang Khen district and the public participation in the Bang Khen district, Bangkok Metropolis from 2013 to 2032; conducts (2) a survey on the problems and obstacles affecting the livable development of the district under study from 2013 to 2032; and constructs (3) a model and strategies for the development of the sustainable livable city for the district under investigation from 2013 to 2032. The qualitative research approach was employed. Data were collected using the techniques of official documentary analysis, in-depth interview with thirty key informants, and a focus group discussion with twenty-eight subjects. Data was analyzed using content analysis. Findings are as follows: (1) The city development of the Bang Khen District Office followed the 20-Year Development Plan for Bangkok Metropolis (2013-2032), currently in Phase Three (2023-2027) as a direction framework to mobilize the development of Bangkok Metropolis. There are strategies development in all dimensions in the economic, social, and environmental aspects with the consideration of the needs of the current generation together with the maintenance of the resources and a good environment for future generations. Public participation has been encouraged together with partner networks. (2) The problems and obstacles affecting the development of the livable city of Bang Khen district, Bangkok Metropolis from 2013 to 2032 consisted of the following problems: the basic infrastructure for life development; environmental sustainability; growth and eco-efficiency; equality and acceptance of all social groups; and urban good governance. (3) The model and strategies for the development of the sustainable livable city of Bang Khen district, Bangkok Metropolis, 2013-2032 consisted of the following. (3.1) The Policy Action Projects are as follows: A Sustainable Public Transport System and an Environmental Management Mechanism Project; An Air Quality Management Project; A Business and Investment Information Exchange and Dissemination Program; A Database System Project for Equal Access to Basic Services; A Project with the Public Participation in Policy Planning and Implementation through Formal and Informal Mechanisms. (3.2) The Area-Based Development Projects are as follows: Sidewalk Improvement and a Pocket Park Development Project; An Agricultural Land Conservation Project; A Green Market Development Project; A Public Space for All Ages Project; and A Digital Platform Project for Public Participation and Monitoring Empowerment.