The Waterfront Regeneration And Sustainable Development

As Balderstone et al (2014) notes, regeneration of waterfronts has become a growing trend since the 1980’s. Additionally, Langstraat (2006) cites that waterfront regeneration and sustainable development is an activity that must be measured as part of economic, social and environmental planning. It is also important to consider these different factors. They are essential when understanding waterfront planning and redevelopment. This is particularly because of the several conflicts regarding the regeneration concept as the aim is to consider the social impacts, obtain economic growth and preserve the environment (Schlossberg, 2003; Zimmerman, 2003). Drawing on key literature about waterfront planning and sustainable development, this essay examines the waterfront regeneration for Liverpool. It analyses factors impacting on its economic sustainability that which should be considered to make the destination more sustainable. 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