Establishment of inner city reserves : a dissertation submitted in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the Diploma of Landscape Architecture in the University of Canterbury [Lincoln College]
Abstract
This study examines some recent developments in the establishment procedures of small urban parks in a modem city. North American experiences are related to New Zealand approaches to inner city reserves. Colonial ideals and establishment mechanisms are compared with present day legislation and implementation procedures. Three new inner city Christchurch reserves are illustrated and some general design guidelines presented. A summary of problems, possible sources of those problems and new approaches to reserve establishment is made.
Keywords
inner city reserves; urban parks; vest-pocket parks; open spaces; amenity; park design; Reserves Act 1977; Town and Country Planning Act 1977; parks; planned settlements; Christchurch settlement; Canterbury Association; Christchurch reserves; Christchurch City CouncilFields of Research
120508 Urban Design; 120501 Community PlanningDate
1987Type
DissertationCollections
- Dissertations [465]
- School of Landscape Architecture [368]