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The application of planning support technology to urban coastal research and management : a case study of the south Durban basin.Dayaram, Tanya. January 2011 (has links)
Sustainability has become synonymous with development. The concept of integrated coastal
management (ICM) was derived from sustainability theory. The planning profession has an
impact on the development of coastal zones through land use plans. This study aimed to
demonstrate through case studies, the pros and cons of applying technological methods for
the purpose of creating better quality plans. Literature, precedent studies and a local
example of dualities in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa, has provided evidence toward the
practicality of monitoring and controlling urban coastal land uses via support technology.
Conclusions have been drawn based on critically analysing the data and were presented
through maps, tables and graphs throughout the paper. Changing trends and patterns in the
natural world, namely the impacts of climate change, have affected the urban environment.
Therefore recommendations were made for further research into technological support
systems available for the planning profession. / Thesis (M.T.R.P.)-University of KwaZulu-Natal, Durban, 2011.
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The environmental politics of the proposed small craft harbour, Durban : a discourse analysis approach.Scott, Kirsten. January 2006 (has links)
Waterfront development has become a global phenomenon, identified by cities as an
opportunity for urban renewal through the creation of a revitalised land-water interface and its
associated economic benefits for the city at large. The Durban Point Development Company
(DPDC) a Public-Private Partnership, recognised the potential for renewal of the Point Precinct
in Durban and initiated the Point Development Framework Plan to implement regeneration of
this inner city area. The Small Craft Harbour (SCH) is one of the components of the project. It
aims to stimulate further financial investment in the city through the generation of an
internationally competitive marina facility.
As a national legal requirement, the SCH development is required to undergo a Scoping
exercise which is the initial phase of the Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) process.
During this phase the decision-making team is required to identify potentially detrimental
environmental effects capture public comment and explore a number of viable options. It is
therefore a crucial phase during which the issues and concerns are deliberated and the outcomes
are used to generate a set of potential options for the site. However, the initial Scoping exercise
was deemed inadequate in terms of meeting the broader objectives of the Point Development
and as a result, was extended. This Extended Scoping Phase aimed to generate more suitable
options and included an inc~eased network of specialists.
The research focuses on the environmental politics of this particular phase of decision-making
for the proposed SCH. A number of unique factors have contributed to an exceptionally
conflictual and challenging decision-making process. Unlike other waterfront developments,
Durban's SCH will be located adjacent to a prime piece of beach on Durban's Golden Mile.
This introduces the complexities associated with the current user groups, namely a watersports
fraternity as well as the general public. It is the unique location and the sheltered nature of the
site which makes these activities possible. The proposals have thus been met with considerable
resistance from these user groups whose current activities are threatened. For these reasons the
social and ecological aspects of the project have been brought into stark focus and have been
met with much resistance from the developers who have their own economic and financial
imperatives.
In the aim of applying discourse analysis as a framework to examine the environmental politics
of the SCH decision-making process, the key actor, their respective discourses and the way in
which they interacted was identified as well as the underlying power relations governing these
(inter)actions. To provide the foundations for these objectives international theories relating to
social order, governance, power and discourse were employed and their applicability to the
South African development context was al 0 discussed. Castells (2000) networking logic
Allen s (2003) conceptuali ations of power and Hajer and Wagenaar s (2003a) deliberative
policy analysis formed the three core bodies of theory. The fourth was discourse analysis which
functioned as a theory and as a methodology. Hajer s (1995 2003) approach to discour e
analysis was employed to interpret the interactions between the different actors in the process
using key concepts such as 'discourse coalitions and story-lines. Hajer's (1995 2003)
'argumentative approach' is also relevant as it allows for an evaluation of the continual
repositioning of various individuals around certain issues through discour e.
The key findings of the discour e analysis revealed that the decision-making around the SCH
proposal was prone to the changing rules of the network and the subsequent shifting of the
positions of the actors represented by the altered configuration of discourse coalitions. This
reflects the fluid nature ofa network and the volatility of the power relations within. In response
to this uncertainty, the actors adopted more deliberati e modes of engagement in line with
Hajer and Wagenaar s (2003a) deliberative policy analysis and this facilitated collaboration
amongst the team rather than resistance. Deliberation which is attuned to the continuous give
and take in networks has thus proved successful in facilitating decision-making between
conflicting interest groups. In South Africa where the overarching policy objective is
democratic transformation the merits of deliberation become starkly apparent. Locally, by
incorporating deliberative modes of operation into the policies and practice of the eThekwini
Municipality Durban would benefit from the same levels of good governance practiced by
some international policy communities.
A discourse analysis of the Scoping Process of the proposed SCH has provided insight into the
power relations and decision-making practices of the eThekwini Municipality as a whole
serving to highlight the environmental politics which so often surrounds high-profile urban
developments. International theories relating to effective governance have proved applicable to
the South African developmental context and may serve to guide local and national decisionmaking
processes. / Thesis (M.Sc.)-University of KwaZulu-Natal, Durban, 2006.
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Sustainable coastal management and the Admiralty Reserve in Umdoni Municipality : towards an understanding of the Admiralty Reserve encroachments.Duma, David Makhosonke. January 2005 (has links)
The dissertation's point of departure and contention is that the Admiralty Reserve is one of the Coastal Resources facing degradation due to the fact that it is a common property owned by the State President on behalf of all citizens of South Africa. The environmental management function has become the unfunded mandate of local authorities therefore the administration, control and management of the Admiralty Reserve is the responsibility of local government in terms of various lease agreements. There are currently no specific tools available to local government to manage the Admiralty Reserve. The encroachment of the Admiralty Reserve has been and still is a problem for all coastal municipalities including Umdoni municipality. The rationale for the topic was to study the geography of the Admiralty Reserve, the causes of encroachments and the way in which the local authorities dealt (past and present) with the Admiralty Reserve encroachments; to assess the strategies employed by the municipalities in dealing with encroachments, and with the traditional and evolving functions of the Admiralty Reserve. This was done using standard research methods and techniques. The study is located in one of the small coastal municipalities of South Africa called Umdoni, in the Province of Kwazulu-Natal. The results of the study show that the past and present strategies of dealing with encroachments were adversarial in stance and not collaborative. The failure to administer and manage efficiently can be attributed to the following reasons: lack of capacity to deal with environmental matters and legislation, lack of political willpower, negligence on the part of both national and local government spheres, lack of stewardship, lack of proper education, training and knowledge of environmental issues and negative attitudes towards environmental matters. It was also revealed that generally people encroach into the Reserve because of greed and selfishness. One of the conclusions drawn from the findings was that the Admiralty Reserve has become a victim of fragmented control and management by various spheres of government. The Admiralty Reserve requires an integrated management approach that incorporates civic organizations, the relevant government departments, the local authority and the interested and affected individuals. Local authorities are not given proper tools to manage the Admiralty Reserve. There are many laws but none of them are relevant to the Admiralty Reserve. In the absence of usable legislative tools relevant to the Admiralty Reserve encroachments, it is highly recommended and imperative that coastal local authorities (particularly Umdoni Municipality) should formulate and strengthen their bylaws. / Thesis (M.Soc.Sc)-University of KwaZulu-Natal, Durban, 2005.
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An investigation into the port of Durban water quality management.Van Rooyen, Raymond. January 2001 (has links)
The Port of Durban is a resource utilised by a wide range of stakeholders. The water
quality of this resource is a prerequisite for sustaining the preferred uses of the bay for
future generations. Given the extent of development in the port the abundance of fauna
and flora is remarkable.
Based on the current literature available the management of the port uses a combination
of international and local standards to manage the water resource. An associated
problem however is that the local legislation does not address the heart of the pollution
problem - the polluter. This is highlighted in all chapters of this thesis, as the South
African water quality guidelines are not legally enforceable, and do not take into account
the combined use of resources.
The uncontrolled nutrient loads and pollution present in the port system could ultimately
affect the ecosystem health. This is amplified by apparent inability of officials to protect
the receiving environment of the Port of Durban. The subsequent condition of water
quality in the port compared with the Department of Water Affairs guidelines indicates
that there is less than 5% compliance with the target water quality variables.
in comparing the same water quality to international water quality Legislation the
compliance percentage increased marginally, however the bacterial contamination and
nutrient contamination of the resource is apparent even with more relaxed international
comparisons. The noticeable cause was clearly evident when comparing results,
indicating extensive unacceptable bacterial and nutrient contamination emanating from
stormwater systems from the city of Durban, and highly urbanised river catchments.
Based on the water quality results it is highly recommended that sustainable
environmental management practices be implemented to protect and address the water
resource. The metropolitan authorities need to investigate the origins of the stormwater
pollution and dialogue must ensue between Portnet and the City to reach consensus on
receiving water quality objectives with the aim of compiling a water management policy. / Thesis (M.A.)-University of Natal, Durban, 2001.
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"Managing coastal development in a rapidly developing areas : the case of Umhlanga Rocks".Ramsaru, Reena. January 2011 (has links)
No abstract available. / Thesis (M.T.R.P.)-University of KwaZulu-Natal, Durban, 2011.
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