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Character contradiction: The exclusionary nature of preservationist planning restrictions

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  • Rachel Gallagher

    (The University of Queensland, Australia)

  • Thomas Jason Sigler

    (The University of Queensland, Australia)

  • Yan Liu

    (The University of Queensland, Australia)

Abstract

Preservationist planning broadly describes planning instruments that purport to preserve physical qualities of neighbourhoods by preventing demolition of historic dwellings. Here, we analyse land use conversion of almost 6000 lots in Brisbane, Australia, to understand if, and how, preservationist planning impacts the built environment. Results demonstrate that preservationist planning suppresses multi-family housing construction, even where increased density is encouraged by the planning scheme. We suggest that preservationist planning is exclusionary in nature and not solely focused on built heritage, particularly as substantial modifications to existing dwellings are allowed. These findings run counter to the purported aim of built heritage protection and suggest that the preservationist planning framework should be revised.

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  • Rachel Gallagher & Thomas Jason Sigler & Yan Liu, 2024. "Character contradiction: The exclusionary nature of preservationist planning restrictions," Urban Studies, Urban Studies Journal Limited, vol. 61(6), pages 1013-1030, May.
    • Handle: RePEc:sae:urbstu:v:61:y:2024:i:6:p:1013-1030
    DOI: 10.1177/00420980231195218
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