dr modjadji malahlela's integrated urban development framework presentation

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DEPARTMENT OF COOPERATIVE GOVERNANCE Draft Integrated Urban Development Framework(IUDF) South African Urban Conference IV 4 March 2015 [email protected]

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PHASE 1

• Discussion Document launched in October 2013.

PHASE 2

• Draft IUDF approved by Cabinet in September 2014 for public consultation.

Currently consulting on the draft for submission to

Cabinet in 2015.

IUDF process started in 2012.

Background

• A response to various chapters in the NationalDevelopment Plan (NDP) especially Chapter 8‘Transforming human settlements and thenational space economy’, and its vision for urbanSouth Africa.

• Policy framework to foster a sharedunderstanding across government and societyabout how best to manage urbanisation andachieve the goals of economic development, jobcreation and improved living conditions for ourpeople

The IUDF aims to create a shared understanding across government and

society on creation of integrated urban settlements.

Why the IUDF

Too few people work

Poorly located and maintained infrastructure

Dysfunctional spatial patterns

Towns and cities face several development challenges

Pressure on housing and basic services

Weak spatial planning and governance

Urban challenges: Chapter 8 of the NDP

GOVERNMENT MUST LEAD, BUT CANNOT DO IT ON ITS OWN

IUDF PROPOSITION

People (capability, creativity, knowledge,

peace and stability)

Economy(resilient,

competitive, job creating & inclusive)

Place(liveable, green, inclusive, safe)

Urban dividendResilient growth

Inclusive growth

5Coordinated Investments in People and Places

Towards liveable, inclusive and resilient towns and cities

• Spatial Transformation: Reverse inefficient and exclusionary practices.

• Inclusion Imperative: Improve access and inclusion of the marginalised.

• Economic Imperative: Improving the productive capacity in cities and addressing income poverty.

• Institutional Imperative: Establish proper governance systems and strengthen intergovernmental collaboration.

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IUDF Goals

REQUIRES STRONGER INTERGOVERNMENTAL COLLABORATION TO PLAN AND DELIVER AS WELL AS PARTNERSHIPS WITH NON-GOVT STAKEHOLDERS

Liveable, safe, resource-efficient cities and towns that are socially integrated, economically inclusive and globally competitive, where residents actively participate in urban life

Integrated transport and

mobility

VISION LEVERS

Integrated and sustainable

human settlements

STRATEGIC GOALS

Access

Growth

Governance

Spatial

transformation

Efficient land governance

and management

Integrated urban

infrastructure

Inclusive economic

development

Empowered active

communities

Effective urban

governance

Core elements of the IUDF

Str

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P 32-86

Integrated spatial planning

Cross Cutting Issues

Rural-urban linkages

Urban safety

Disaster risk reduction

and climate change

Lever 1: Integrated Spatial Planning

• Lack of intergovernmentalalignment and poorcoordination between sectors.

• Insufficient use of IGRmechanisms to directcollaborative planning.

• Weak long-term planninginhibits sustained growth.

• Weak capabilities for spatiallyinformed decision-making andthe competent administrationof plans.

Integrated Spatial Planning

Key issues Questions for discussion

• Spatial transformation to reverse undesirable settlement patterns.

• Contain urban sprawl and increase densities.

• Improve spatial planning and coordination among the spheres of government.

• Building spatial planning and governance capacities at local government.

• How can we facilitate collaborative planning to ensure spatial transformation?

• What instruments do we have/should we develop to attain the desired spatial integration, contain sprawl and improve densities? Roles of the various stakeholders?

• What has worked/not worked and what should we focus on from now onwards?

• What are the practical /immediate things to do improve access and inclusion of the marginalised communities?

• Long commuting hours• High transport costs• Inadequate and fragmented public

transport system• Congestion on the roads• High emission levels

Lever 2: Integrated Transport and Mobility

Integrated Transport and Mobility

Key issues Key questions for discussion

• Enhanced mobility and connectivity.

• Reducing the time and cost spent on travel

• Reduced emissions as people choose to use public transport instead of private cars.

• What can we do to improve collaborative planning for integrated transport systems.

• How can we overcome the challenges of (a) integrating transport planning and land use, (b) integrating various modes of transport

• What instruments do we have/should develop to enhance mobility and connectivity in order to improve access and inclusion ?

• What should the role of the various spheres be ?

• Urban sprawl, growth of informal

settlements and low densities

• Lack of social amenities and

greening of public spaces

• Escalating demand for serviced land

and shelter.

• Shortage of well-located public land

for housing developments.

• Skewed residential property market.

Lever 3: Integrated and Sustainable Human Settlements

Integrated and Sustainable Human Settlements

Key issues Key questions

• Improved quality of life for all inhabitants who have access to all basic services.

• Multi-functional spaces with more housing and economic choices.

• Well-serviced, safe and vibrant communities.

• Green spaces and social facilities.

• What would be a more appropriate and durable approach to promote mixed-income and multi-functional communities that can truly overcome spatial divisions and ghettoization?

• What are the most effective instruments to advance large-scale, effective and economically viable processes of spatial transformation over the next decade?

• How can we improve collaborative planning for integrated housing delivery and other social services?

• What are the main challenges and how can they be resolved?

Lever 4: Integrated Urban Infrastructure

Issue: Poorly designed and maintained urban infrastructure

Integrated Urban InfrastructureObjectives Key questions?

• Ensure universal access to basic social and other services, which supports equality and inclusivity.

• Environmental protection, through reduced emissions and protection of the ecological resources.

• Fragmented governance andfunding sources for urbaninfrastructure.

• Insufficient funding for newcapital investments and poormaintenance of existinginfrastructure.

• How can we mobilise and align resources to ensure universal access to services?

• What mechanisms can we implement to ensure short-term and long-term planning for infrastructure and maintenance?

• What instruments/tools do we have /need to enhance capital spending, operation and maintenance, etc at local government?

• How can we transition from traditional approaches to innovative and resource- efficient infrastructure systems that reduces the negative impact on the environment?

Lever 5: Efficient land governance and management

Key issues Key questions for discussion

• Disposal of state land at high, market-related value.

• Difficulties in accessing strategically located land owned by SoEs and Govt

• Tenure uncertainty and security especially in informal settlements.

• Slow land-use planning and management processes.

• How should other levels of govt help municipalities to access strategically located land to effect spatial integration?

• What instruments are available to address tenure issues particularly in informal settlements?

• How can the municipalities be supported to improve land-use administration ?

• What instruments /tools can we use to manage the impact of traditional authorities on land management in urban spaces?

Lever 6: Inclusive Economic Development

Issue: High unemployment, but high potential

Inclusive Economic DevelopmentKey issues Questions for discussion

• Insufficient focus on economicdevelopment neglected inmany urban areas.

• Informal sector dismissed ormarginalized.

• Lack of differentiation inresponse to unique conditionsfaced by various towns andcities

• How can we strengthen the economic role of municipalities?

• What tools can be used to strengthen and support the small and medium sized towns?

• What reforms are required to create the local conditions for supporting enterprise development and growth?

• How can township economies be expanded and better integrated into the mainstream growth nodes?

• How can we support community-based enterprises and work?

Lever 7: Empowered Active Communities

Issue: Lack of engagement of communities in local affairs

Key issues Questions for discussion

• Lack of adequate skillsand experience to engagewithin govt and civilsociety.

• Lack of innovative, co-produced solutions forservice delivery.

• Lack of understanding ofgovt structures andoperations.

• Insufficient forums topromote participationand promote socialcohesion

• How can the state build capacity to engage, negotiate & facilitate between sectors for agreed outcomes?

• What should be done to strengthen the relationship and partnership between municipalities and civil society?

• How can we monitor and encourage innovative practices at local level?

• How can we strengthen ward committees in order to close the gap between municipalities and communities? What are the challenges?

• What kinds of innovations can be introduced to improve the quality of citizen engagement in urban governance and delivery processes?

Empowered Active Communities

Lever 8: Effective Urban GovernanceKey issues Key questions

Lack of structured andsystematic engagementswith the city leadership.

Lack of appropriate skillsand competent staff.

Lack of differentiation inapproach to growth anddevelopment.

Unevenintergovernmentalengagement andnegotiation capabilitiesregarding execution offunctional powers.

• What are the key governance issues required to build liveable, resilient and inclusive urban spaces ?

• How can we introduce differentiation across various spheres to enable towns and cities to perform better?

• How can we build strong urban governance systems and processes at local government?

• IUDF aims is to (i) integrate existing initiatives, (ii) provide recommendations for identified policy gaps.

• Consultation process ends in March 2015.

• Submit proposals for consideration for the implementation plan (immediate, medium and long term).

Conclusion

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