Urban Morphology and Structure as Sustainability Indicators in Crucita la Bella, Manabí, Ecuador
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This article provides a detailed analysis of the morphology and urban structure of the parish of Crucita la Bella, located in the province of Manabí, Ecuador. It reveals profound urban weaknesses linked to the spontaneous growth of the parish, the disorder of land use, the lack of planning, the scarcity of green areas and the lack of public infrastructure. Despite these weaknesses, strengths have been identified that allow the formulation of concrete proposals for improvement. Through the development of thematic maps and multivariate analysis, sustainable intervention strategies are established based on road reorganization, strategic pedestrianization, the creation of green circuits and the integration of resilient solutions to climate change. These proposals focus on improving sustainability indicators such as population density, land use, accessibility, road connectivity, proportion of green spaces, energy efficiency, quality of public space and sustainable mobility. In this context, a comprehensive intervention is foreseen that will include the zoning of urban intervention polygons as general strategies, applying key urban indicators to evaluate the current state of sustainability in the locality. Thus, the article seeks to provide a useful technical and conceptual basis for decision-making in land-use planning and coastal urban resilience policies, promoting a more orderly and sustainable development in the region. This comprehensive approach will improve the quality of life of the inhabitants and strengthen the culture.
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