Naveen George, Levin Prabhu J | International Journal of Landscape Planning and Architecture | Vol 12, Issue 01 | pp. 41-51 | ISSN: 2456-5091
Abstract
Urban green spaces (UGS) constitute vital elements of sustainable urban systems, contributing significantly to ecological stability, social well-being, health benefits, and economic resilience. This study aims to evaluate the contribution of UGS to neighborhood livability in Vellayambalam, Trivandrum, by analyzing their environmental, social, and economic functions. The study includes combined geographical analysis, field survey, observation, and perspective study. Using maps helps to analyze the spatial distribution, accessibility, and ecological performance of existing green spaces. Social and economic data were analyzed to understand community perceptions, recreational use, and the influence of UGS on property values and local economic activity. The study emphasizes the need for a more integrated planning strategy that acknowledges UGS as multifunctional assets critical to sustainable urban livability. Urban planners and decision-makers can use the insights this research offers to improve the livability of the neighborhood of Trivandrum and other comparable urban contexts through the strategic integration of green spaces, since it bridges the gap between ecological design principles and practical urban management.
Keywords:Environmental sustainability, neighborhood livability, social cohesion, sustainable urban planning, urban green spaces, urban livability
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How to cite this article
@article{GeorgeN2026,
author = {Naveen George and Levin Prabhu J},
title = {Evaluating the Role of Urban Green Spaces in Enhancing Neighborhood Livability: A Case Study of Vellayambalam},
journal = {International Journal of Landscape Planning and Architecture},
year = {2026},
volume = {12},
number = {01},
pages = {41--51},
issn = {2456-5091},
url = {https://journalspub.com/publication/ijlpa/article=25251}
}