축소도시의 진단 기준과 사례 분석 및발생 요인 연구

초록

This study aims to define and establish a set of evaluation criteria for shrinking cities. To do this, overseas and domestic cities shall be examined on their mode of urban shrinkage. The study shall also analyze the realities and causes of urban shrinkage and the implication of current policies for Korea. Previous studies indicate that shrinking cities suffer from a steady decrease in population and changing industrial structure causing economic recession. The studies further develop the criteria for assessing urban shrinkage as based on either population decline or economic downturn. Case studies of both overseas and domestic cities then continue to suggest that indicators related to population, economy and industry, and physical and built environment are on the decline in the shrinking cities. Finally, they explain that no less than one-quarter cities in Korea can be categorized as shrinking cities. As economic conditions, population structure and spatial structure change, the number of residents decreases and properties become abandoned in the urban areas, resulting in continued decline of their socioeconomic status. It is necessary to evaluate the causes of shrinking cities and establish programs and initiatives suitable for the type of urban shrinkage in Korea.

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