Urban Equity as a Challenge for the Southern Europe Historic Cities: Sustainability-Urban Morphology Interrelation through GIS Tools

A study of Cáceres reveals that historical urban zones exhibit strong correlations with key sustainability indicators such as density, compactness, acoustic comfort, and streetscape proportions. Using GIS tools and a 1-hectare grid pattern analysis, researchers analyzed land use, public space, mobility, and urban complexity across the historic center (PCH) and the broader city. Findings highlight how urban morphology influences sustainability outcomes, offering new insights for Southern European heritage cities. While some indicators require further investigation, the study underscores the potential of geoinformation tools to enhance urban equity in mid-sized historical cities. A notable knowledge gap was identified regarding the integration and practical application of open data from multiple public administrations.

Jiménez-Espada, M., García, F. M. M., & González-Escobar, R. (2022). Urban Equity as a Challenge for the Southern Europe Historic Cities: Sustainability-Urban Morphology Interrelation through GIS Tools. Land, 11(11), 1929. https://doi.org/10.3390/land11111929