An-Najah University Journal for Research - A (Natural Sciences)

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Keywords

• Land use
• Sustainable Development
• Government Policy
• Green Spaces
• Master Plan.

Abstract

Green spaces are a vital component of urban planning and a fundamental element within the internal structure of urban areas due to their environmental, social, and aesthetic functions. Despite often being marginalized in favor of competing land uses, the protection and sustainable development of green spaces depend heavily on effective government policies. This study evaluates the impact of governmental strategies aimed at increasing and preserving green spaces in the city of Fallujah. Using ArcMap 10, green space areas were calculated for the years 2016 and 2024, and spatial distribution maps were produced for residential neighborhoods. The findings reveal a 2.7% increase in green space coverage over this period. Furthermore, the city’s new master plan designates an additional 899 hectares for green areas, reflecting a deliberate policy effort to enhance the city’s green infrastructure. These developments underscore the importance placed on green spaces for their psychological and environmental benefits to residents, as well as their essential role in advancing sustainable urban development.

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الكلمات الإفتتاحية

• Land use
• Sustainable Development
• Government Policy
• Green Spaces
• Master Plan.

الملخص

Green spaces are a vital component of urban planning and a fundamental element within the internal structure of urban areas due to their environmental, social, and aesthetic functions. Despite often being marginalized in favor of competing land uses, the protection and sustainable development of green spaces depend heavily on effective government policies. This study evaluates the impact of governmental strategies aimed at increasing and preserving green spaces in the city of Fallujah. Using ArcMap 10, green space areas were calculated for the years 2016 and 2024, and spatial distribution maps were produced for residential neighborhoods. The findings reveal a 2.7% increase in green space coverage over this period. Furthermore, the city’s new master plan designates an additional 899 hectares for green areas, reflecting a deliberate policy effort to enhance the city’s green infrastructure. These developments underscore the importance placed on green spaces for their psychological and environmental benefits to residents, as well as their essential role in advancing sustainable urban development.