Re-framing Planning Decision-Making: Increasing Flood Resilience in Jakarta. Issue 3 (20th August 2014)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Sunarharum, Tri Mulyani; Sloan, Mellini; Susilawati, Connie
• Editors: Haigh, Richard
• Is Part Of: International journal of disaster resilience in the built environment. Volume 5:Issue 3(2014)
• Publication Date: 2014-08-20
• Subjects: Emergency management -- Periodicals; Building -- Safety measures -- Periodicals; City planning -- Periodicals; 363.34525
• DOI: 10.1108/IJDRBE-02-2014-0015
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 1759-5908

Abstract

Abstract : Purpose: Rapid urbanisation, fragmented governance and recurrent flooding complicates resolution of DKI Jakarta's chronic housing shortage. Failure to effectively implement planning decision-making processes poses potential human rights violations. Contemporary planning policy requires the relocation of households living in floodplains within fifteen metres of DKI Jakarta's main watercourses; further constraining land availability and potentially requiring increased densification. The purpose of this paper is to re-frame planning decision-making to address risks of flooding and to increase community resilience. Design/methodology/approach: This paper presents a preliminary scoping study for a technologically enhanced participatory planning method, incorporating synthesis of existing information on urbanisation, governance, and flood risk management in Jakarta. Findings: Responsibility for flood risk management in DKI Jakarta is fragmented both within and across administrative boundaries. Decision-making is further complicated by: limited availability of land use data; uncertainty as to the delineated extent of watercourses, floodplains, and flood modelling; unclear risk and liability for infrastructure investments; and technical literacy of both public and government participants. Practical implications: This research provides information to facilitate consultation with government entities tasked with re-framing planning processes to increase public participation. Originality/value: This paper synthesises information from a range of sources not available in English, and offers insights into a complex system of governance and modes for improving decision-making.