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Drivers of the Compliance with Development Control Regulations in A Traditional Urban Residential Areas in Enugu Urban, South- East, Nigeria

Arc. Peter Oforji PhD, TPL. Prof. Ubani Obinna

Abstract

This study analyzes the factors that influence compliance with development control regulations in traditional residential areas of Enugu Urban, Enugu State with a view to developing strategies that strengthen regulatory frameworks, enhance enforcement mechanisms, and promote sustainable urban development in Enugu. The data were derived from a questionnaire survey of 400 developers and analyzed using descriptive and Relative Developers’ compliance Index. A multi-stage sampling technique was employed in the study. The study area was clustered into three residential zones (traditional/ core, sub-urban and planned area). Then simple random sample techniques were used to select the 3 neighborhoods from the traditional residential zones. The result revealed that poverty (91%), Illiteracy (88%), No coordination among planning agencies (81%) and apathy of the public (80%) were among the predominant factors that influence compliance with development control regulations in traditional urban residential areas of Enugu Urban. The understanding of the revelation will provide empirical evidence that can inform policy reforms, improve planning practice, and enhance sustainable urban development in traditional residential neighborhoods. Key words: regulations, traditional, residential, laws, development, strategies

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regulationstraditionalresidentiallawsdevelopmentstrategies

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