Participatory Planning Approach to Urban Conservation and Regeneration in Amphawa Community, Thailand

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Abstract

The objective of this article is to examine participatory planning approach to urban conservation and regeneration in Amphawa Community, Thailand which includes a series of interrelated projects starting from 2000 until the present. Action research procedure is adopted and various public participation techniques are applied intensively throughout the planning process. In addition, “Amphawa Model”, the community conservation and regeneration model, is developed to help direct all strategies and policies. Urban conservation and regeneration of Amphawa Community is very successful, making it an excellent case study for urban conservation and regeneration planning at the local level..