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NAMIBIA UNIVERSITY
OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
FACULTY OF NATURAL RESOURCES AND SPATIAL SCIENCES
DEPARTMENT OF ARCHITECTURE AND SPATIAL PLANNING
QUALIFICATION: BACHELOR OF TOWN AND REGIONAL PLANNNING
QUALIFICATION CODE: O7BTAR
LEVEL: 7
COURSE CODE: DPP720S
COURSE NAME: DEVELOPMENT POLICIES AND PROCESSES
SESSION: JANUARY 2020
PAPER: THEORY
DURATION: 3 HOURS
MARKS: 100
SUPPLEMENTARY/SECOND OPPORTUNITY EXAMINATION QUESTION PAPER
EXAMINER(S) | Mr. P. Gen/iTsel: 2072640/ E-mail: pgenis@nust.na
MODERATOR; | Mr. F. van Rensbu/ rTegl: 246761 / E-mail: francois@iway.na
INSTRUCTIONS
1. Answer ALL the questions.
2. Write clearly and neatly.
3. Number the answers clearly.
PERMISSIBLE MATERIALS
1. pen, ruler, pencil and eraser
THIS QUESTION PAPER CONSISTS OF 4 PAGES (Including this front page)
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Question 1
[10]
The systems idea is described as “everything is connected — an interrelated pattern, which
connects”. Describe the basic considerations of systems in policy development as identified by C.
West Churchman.
Question 2
[10]
The key themes that underlie the approach to planning / policy in the CASE STUDY - PLANNING
POLICY STATEMENT 1: GENERAL PRINCIPLES of the Planning Service Agency, the Department of
the Environment, Northern Ireland, are: Sustainable Development, Design Considerations and
Mixed Uses. Briefly summarise the theme of Mixed Uses as indicated in the case study document.
Question 3
[10]
“The development of a National Urban Policy (NUP) is the key step for reasserting urban space. It is
also vital in providing the needed direction and action to support urban development.” This
statement by UN-Habitat reflects the importance for countries to formulate and implement
national urban policy. Define the characteristics of new NUPs in respect of its principles
(maximum 5 marks) and outcomes (maximum 5 marks).
Question 4
[10]
Local Agenda 21 (LA21)
create local policies and
the practical planning
fragmentation, etc.
is a voluntary
programs that
tools to deal
process of local community consultation with the aim to
work towards achieving sustainable development. Clarify
with important planning issues like vision, conflicts,
Question 5
[10]
Display the polycentric spatial development model by drawing the schematic concept and
distinguish any five of its strategic components in writing.
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Question 6
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[10]
A case study of URBAN SPATIAL POLICY (USP) in government development programmes,
legislation and policy promoted ideas and objectives of ‘compactness and integration’.
a)
Display the key elements of “compactness and integration’.
(5)
b)
Illustrate the key features indicated (numbered 1 to 5) in the case study of Guadalajara,
Mexico in spatial policy for compact urban development in the picture below:
(5)
National Urban and Housing Policy:
WiEFviUizaStPeoys RfmS,eE7 B
MEXICO
Compact Urban
Development:
Case Study:
Guadalajara,
Jalisco
Target
Image
[10]
Question 7
[10]
The MIRABILIS MATRIX indicated in the ALTERNATIVE URBAN FUTURES REPORT: AN URBAN VISION
FOR INDIA, provides an analytical tool to apply integrative urban policy thinking. The matrix below is
adapted thereto with its vertical and horizontal parameters indicated.
ee
HARDWARE —_| SOFTWARE
GOVERNANCE
LIVEABILITY
ECONOMIC COMPETITIVENESS
ENVIRONMENTAL FOOTPRINT
a)
Redraw and organise the matrix by writing an appropriate description in each cell. (9)
b)
Justify which cell should be first priority for urban development policy in Oshakati? (1)
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Question 8
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[10]
a)
The format of a policy may use a framework of a full explanation of how it was arrived at,
why it has been formulated and what it entails. Compose a policy to enable mixed &
compact land use (more urban), using this framework.
(9)
b)
Recommend where in Windhoek would you apply the policy created in a) above.
(1)
Question 9
[10]
a)
Organise a strategy framework to compile a Public Space Policy for your town. Use the
matrix below to structure your thinking with the aim to improve the current public space
provision in respect of social health, environmental sustainability and research strategies
to address its institutional-, planning- and urban governance challenges.
(9)
CHALLENGE:
STRATEGY:
SOCIAL HEALTH
ENVIRONMENTAL SUSTAINABILITY
RESEARCH
INSTITUTIONAL
PLANNING
URBAN GOVERNANCE
b)
Recommend how to implement safety measures to improve such public places.
(1)
Question 10
[10]
In the road map towards a National Urbanisation Strategy for Namibia, the three challenges of
institutional, planning and urban governance & management reform are identified to be
addressed as a matter of priority. The challenge of urban governance & management reform is
singled out to be a key aspect that could improve spatial planning and land delivery, especially at
local authority level. Recommend measures to address this challenge.
TOTAL
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