Liveability (3.1.3) [cities in a sustainable future]

Question 1

what is liveability?

Answer 1

• it is the property of being liveable
• attractiveness of a place to live in
• assessment of what a place is like to live in

Question 2

why is liveability a subjective nature?

Answer 2

• place
• time
• purpose of assessment
• individual perspectives
• subjectivity and objectivity of balance

Question 3

what are economic factors influencing liveability of a place?

Answer 3

1. cost of living
2. economic vibrancy

Question 4

what are social factors influencing liveability of a place?

Answer 4

1. cultural vibrancy
2. sociocultural diversity
3. crime and personal safety
4. existence of unique cultural environmental characteristics

Question 5

what are political factors influencing liveability of a place?

Answer 5

1. quality of governance
2. citizens involvement
3. transport management
4. provision of social services
5. investments in infrastructure

Question 6

what are environmental factors influencing liveability of a place?

Answer 6

1. geographical location - shapes the nature of the environmental challenge, which influences urban liveability
2. environmental protection - degree of environmental protection afforded by the local, regional and national government is an assential factor in determining urban liveability
3. availability of nature, open spaces and green spaces