Integration of biodiversity in urban planning instruments in developing countries: the case of Kumasi Metropolitan Assembly, Ghana

摘要: There is a growing concern about integrating biodiversity into urban planning, yet, discussions are concentrated on science-informed planning in general. Few have explored the integration of specific instruments, especially African cities. This paper examines how and what components integrated master plans, medium-term building codes, zoning codes permits Kumasi City, Ghana. limited most instruments as they were mostly designed basis health, safety economy. Allied to lack funding public participation, under significant threat from rapid development. Creating an opportunity for popular participation decentralizing system could set preconditions local revision instruments. Simplifying definition increase planners’ appreciation, understanding their ability make...