This essay delves into the New Urbanism movement, tracing its origins and principles, and examining its relevance in the context of rapidly urbanizing India. Drawing on the need for sustainable urban development, the paper postulates the importance of studying New Urbanism to address the challenges posed by urbanization in India. The paper further illustrates its applicability in the Indian context with a supporting case study. Key principles particularly the charrette methodology are explored in detail to ensure citizen participation in the highly contested Indian context. Through this analysis, the essay aims to highlight the potential of New Urbanism as a guiding framework for sustainable urban development in India.
This publication will report on a wide-ranging assessment of tools being used throughout the country to better support compact development through visioning, planning, and new regulations. ULI Community Catalysis Reports can be downloaded free of charge from ULI's Web site www.uli.org
Prepare properly for public/private partnerships -- Create a shared vision -- Understand your partners and key players -- Be clear on the risks and rewards for all parties -- Establish a clear and rational decision-making process -- Make sure all parties do their homework -- Secure consistent and coordinated leadership -- Communicate early and often -- Negotiate a fair deal structure -- Build trust as a core value. www.uli.org
Great streets need great champions -- It takes a vision -- Think residential -- Honor the pedestrian -- Parking is power -- Merchandise and lease proactively -- Make it happen -- Be clean, safe, and friendly -- Extend day into night -- Manage for change. www.uli.org
