Preparedness in cities and other urban settlements is critical for effective local, regional, national and global responses to COVID-19. A well-designed pandemic plan in urban settlements allows to respond in a flexible way to varying levels of severity and to refine your response as needed. Education, housing, work, socializing and community kinship shapes the way we live, strive and thrive in cities. Population density is not the only parameter to be blamed for the pandemic in developing countries. The type of housing - township, apartments, independent houses, make shift homes, informal settlements, redevelopment buildings and slums also are a key parameter that hinders controlling the spread or transmission of outbreak. The way we live – sanitation, hygiene, food habits, our environment, transport, connectivity, our social outlook and approach also are detrimental and have a direct bearing for the outbreak to spread to the extent of being a pandemic.
Covid 19 pandemic outbreak has resulted in unrest, medical emergency, uncertainty and global economic slowdown. It has also resulted in wide open gap and unforeseen inadequacy in investment in pandemic preparedness and response. Though a number of guidelines, protocols, panel and commissions have been set up for recommendations and preparedness on how to better identify, handle, prevent, respond in such cases, government seems to struggle to reconcile and take the advantage edge out of the lockdown as at the primary stage if preparedness and response was taken, it would have not created conflict between health, economy and livelihoods. A citizen centric support to government interventions and protocols given if followed by the citizens shall strengthen government machinery and planning.
Berisi rangkuman komitmen-komitmen global di bidang pengurangan risiko bencana, perubahan iklim, dan pembangunan berkelanjutan beserta dengan tantangan-tantangan obyektif yang dihadapi.
Hi, friends,
Please, find a new private presentation to review the covid 19 objectives in 2020-2021, particularly when the leaders are preparing to turn the page of covid 19, we are inviting to celebrate and to be united. So, in reviewing the covid 19 with the basic terms, so we can have a quick summary on the expected results of the covid 19 journey, with the issues and the impacts as they are coming out in 2021. Particularly, I had a much better focus on the technical and economic efficiency and how we are going to move forward. Thank you friends.
Text of the Address by His Excellency, Dr. Kayode Fayemi, CON
Governor, Ekiti State, & Chairman, Nigeria Governors’ Forum
titled: THE ROLE OF NIGERIA’S STATE GOVERNMENTS IN RECOVERY: RESPONSES TO COVID-19 LINKED CHALLENGES at Chatham House Event, London, UK
Covid 19 pandemic outbreak has resulted in unrest, medical emergency, uncertainty and global economic slowdown. It has also resulted in wide open gap and unforeseen inadequacy in investment in pandemic preparedness and response. Though a number of guidelines, protocols, panel and commissions have been set up for recommendations and preparedness on how to better identify, handle, prevent, respond in such cases, government seems to struggle to reconcile and take the advantage edge out of the lockdown as at the primary stage if preparedness and response was taken, it would have not created conflict between health, economy and livelihoods. A citizen centric support to government interventions and protocols given if followed by the citizens shall strengthen government machinery and planning.
Berisi rangkuman komitmen-komitmen global di bidang pengurangan risiko bencana, perubahan iklim, dan pembangunan berkelanjutan beserta dengan tantangan-tantangan obyektif yang dihadapi.
Hi, friends,
Please, find a new private presentation to review the covid 19 objectives in 2020-2021, particularly when the leaders are preparing to turn the page of covid 19, we are inviting to celebrate and to be united. So, in reviewing the covid 19 with the basic terms, so we can have a quick summary on the expected results of the covid 19 journey, with the issues and the impacts as they are coming out in 2021. Particularly, I had a much better focus on the technical and economic efficiency and how we are going to move forward. Thank you friends.
Text of the Address by His Excellency, Dr. Kayode Fayemi, CON
Governor, Ekiti State, & Chairman, Nigeria Governors’ Forum
titled: THE ROLE OF NIGERIA’S STATE GOVERNMENTS IN RECOVERY: RESPONSES TO COVID-19 LINKED CHALLENGES at Chatham House Event, London, UK
Natalia Winder Rossi's (FAO) presentation for IFPRI's policy seminar "Boosting Growth to End Hunger by 2025 in Africa: The Role of Social Protection" held on 2 May 2019 in Washington DC.
Gauteng City Region Presentation Roland HendricksRoland2015
Today, the majority of the globe’s inhabitants live in urban areas, and within the Gauteng Province the very same situation exists. From what the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) are predicting the amount of people living within the world’s cities will be growing rapidly within the next few years. In 2008, for the first time in history, more of the world’s inhabitants lived in cities than in rural areas. The United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) predicts that the number of people currently living in cities will rise to five billion in 2030. The manner in which cities are constructed nowadays differs in from how it did before.
METHODS AND ALGORITHMS FOR STITCHING 360-DEGREE VIDEOIAEME Publication
The rapid development of virtual reality technologies in recent years has led to an increase in interest in 360-degree video and, as a consequence, in the production of equipment for shooting. Shooting 360-degree video differs from regular video shooting by the need to use multiple cameras (lenses) to create panoramicvideo. Stitching the video from several video cameras (lenses) in order to form panoramic video comes to the fore in this case. Currently, there are a number of algorithms and software solutions available for implementing video stitching. The purpose of the paper is to analyze and search for optimal algorithms and tools for 360-degree video stitching. The analysis takes into account, first of all, the quality of the stitching algorithms, which involves the absence of visible seams in the resulting image. The performance of the stitching methods also plays an important role, since the speed of processing the video footage is critical and ideally should be done in the real-timemode, which allows broadcasting 360-degree video.
"Impacts of Community Awareness on Risk Factors and Prevention in Improving C...ESD UNU-IAS
"Impacts of Community Awareness on Risk Factors and Prevention in Improving Community Based Resilience to COVID-19 Pandemic – the Role of RCE Minna"
Mr. Mohammed Gabagana, RCE Minna
10th African Regional RCE Meeting
1 & 15 September, 2020
The 4th World Congress on Disaster Management (WCDM-2019) is being organised in Mumbai during 29th January - 1st February 2019 to deliberate on some of the most critical issues and challenges of implementation of the global frameworks on building resilience to disasters.
Organised jointly by the Government of Maharashtra, Disaster Management Initiatives and Convergence Society (DMICS), Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Bombay and Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS) Mumbai, WCDM-2019 has been designed to be the largest assembly on disaster management outside the UN system.
The COVID-19 crisis is threatening the lives and well-being of the global community. Health, political, societal, and business leaders must drive an integrated response to navigate, manage, and lead through it.
Prepare a research work about the effect of this pandemic to business environment in the country and how does it affect the present economy. Cite a way how the present administration can cope up with this problem. Is there a way how to overcome it?
Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) is a newly found coronavirus that causes an infectious disease. Infected patients may develop mild to moderate respiratory infections and recover without the need for specific treatment. Barangay Tanods is at the forefront of maintaining peace and order. They are made up of civilian volunteers who protect the community from irregular forces while also demonstrating their commitment to crime prevention by acting as deterrents to criminals, particularly in places where police are scarce. The BPAT is a national program of the PNP to encourage people empowerment from the community to address the real-time response in case a need arises, be it peace and order, security, or rescue related matters. The study will utilize a descriptive type of research. A descriptive type of research accurately and systematically describes the responses of the population considered in a particular study. The results revealed that the overall performance of barangay tanod was excellent, regardless of age, educational attainment, or gender. There were no significant differences in the performance of tanods divided into different groups. On the other hand, the delivery of BPAT services for crime prevention needs to be enhanced. The goal of this research is to assess the BPAT’s performance during the COVID-19 pandemic in the urban barangays in Ozamiz City, which includes the following: Barangay Aguada, Barangay Carmen Annex and Barangay Catadman in terms of patrolling, cooperation with other barangay officials, and health and safety protocol execution.
Natalia Winder Rossi's (FAO) presentation for IFPRI's policy seminar "Boosting Growth to End Hunger by 2025 in Africa: The Role of Social Protection" held on 2 May 2019 in Washington DC.
Gauteng City Region Presentation Roland HendricksRoland2015
Today, the majority of the globe’s inhabitants live in urban areas, and within the Gauteng Province the very same situation exists. From what the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) are predicting the amount of people living within the world’s cities will be growing rapidly within the next few years. In 2008, for the first time in history, more of the world’s inhabitants lived in cities than in rural areas. The United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) predicts that the number of people currently living in cities will rise to five billion in 2030. The manner in which cities are constructed nowadays differs in from how it did before.
METHODS AND ALGORITHMS FOR STITCHING 360-DEGREE VIDEOIAEME Publication
The rapid development of virtual reality technologies in recent years has led to an increase in interest in 360-degree video and, as a consequence, in the production of equipment for shooting. Shooting 360-degree video differs from regular video shooting by the need to use multiple cameras (lenses) to create panoramicvideo. Stitching the video from several video cameras (lenses) in order to form panoramic video comes to the fore in this case. Currently, there are a number of algorithms and software solutions available for implementing video stitching. The purpose of the paper is to analyze and search for optimal algorithms and tools for 360-degree video stitching. The analysis takes into account, first of all, the quality of the stitching algorithms, which involves the absence of visible seams in the resulting image. The performance of the stitching methods also plays an important role, since the speed of processing the video footage is critical and ideally should be done in the real-timemode, which allows broadcasting 360-degree video.
"Impacts of Community Awareness on Risk Factors and Prevention in Improving C...ESD UNU-IAS
"Impacts of Community Awareness on Risk Factors and Prevention in Improving Community Based Resilience to COVID-19 Pandemic – the Role of RCE Minna"
Mr. Mohammed Gabagana, RCE Minna
10th African Regional RCE Meeting
1 & 15 September, 2020
The 4th World Congress on Disaster Management (WCDM-2019) is being organised in Mumbai during 29th January - 1st February 2019 to deliberate on some of the most critical issues and challenges of implementation of the global frameworks on building resilience to disasters.
Organised jointly by the Government of Maharashtra, Disaster Management Initiatives and Convergence Society (DMICS), Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Bombay and Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS) Mumbai, WCDM-2019 has been designed to be the largest assembly on disaster management outside the UN system.
The COVID-19 crisis is threatening the lives and well-being of the global community. Health, political, societal, and business leaders must drive an integrated response to navigate, manage, and lead through it.
Prepare a research work about the effect of this pandemic to business environment in the country and how does it affect the present economy. Cite a way how the present administration can cope up with this problem. Is there a way how to overcome it?
Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) is a newly found coronavirus that causes an infectious disease. Infected patients may develop mild to moderate respiratory infections and recover without the need for specific treatment. Barangay Tanods is at the forefront of maintaining peace and order. They are made up of civilian volunteers who protect the community from irregular forces while also demonstrating their commitment to crime prevention by acting as deterrents to criminals, particularly in places where police are scarce. The BPAT is a national program of the PNP to encourage people empowerment from the community to address the real-time response in case a need arises, be it peace and order, security, or rescue related matters. The study will utilize a descriptive type of research. A descriptive type of research accurately and systematically describes the responses of the population considered in a particular study. The results revealed that the overall performance of barangay tanod was excellent, regardless of age, educational attainment, or gender. There were no significant differences in the performance of tanods divided into different groups. On the other hand, the delivery of BPAT services for crime prevention needs to be enhanced. The goal of this research is to assess the BPAT’s performance during the COVID-19 pandemic in the urban barangays in Ozamiz City, which includes the following: Barangay Aguada, Barangay Carmen Annex and Barangay Catadman in terms of patrolling, cooperation with other barangay officials, and health and safety protocol execution.
It is a university project. Reputation Risk management is often neglected in the risk management frameworks, therefore often neglected in designing corporate strategies. An effort to give cognizance to reputation being at the core of all businesses.
1. Introduction to DRR and MCR2030 (Sanjaya Bhatia, UNDRR) - 8 June 2021.pdfMaxamedAbdikariim
A Changing Environment
▪ Intensifying disaster trends & more frequent events
▪ Resource scarcity and degradation (land, water, food, energy,
biodiversity)
▪ Increasing risk of “unchecked” urbanization coupled with
high exposure of population and assets in high risk areas.
▪ Increasing governance challenges, coordination, accountability,
legislations, institutional mechanisms, migration, conflict, all affecting
human security
▪ Equity, poverty, inclusion – all being fundamental development
challenges contributing to vulnerability
▪ Inter-dependency and complexity of risk drivers
▪ Climate change [extreme events, slow onset disasters (drought)]
Reviewing, Revising and Redefining Master Plans and Development Plans to Ma...JIT KUMAR GUPTA
Looking at its efficacy and efficiency, it can be seen and observed that Master Plans/ Development Plans have done more damage than good for the planned growth and development of the cities to which they have been made applicable. These plans have been violated with impunity both by the people, communities, cities and parastatal agencies; for the betterment/welfare of which these plans were prepared. These plans have been visualized as controller of development rather than promoters of development. Instead of planned development , these plans have been usherers of the unplanned development. These plans are known to be responsible for promoting large number of slums besides making quality of life poor for majority of the urban inhabitants. Cities under Master Plans are also known to promote exclusion rather than inclusion. Master Plans/Development Plans are known to promote prosperity for few and marginalize the large proportions of the local community by making them poor. Instead of catering to urban dynamism, Master Plans/Development Plans try to freeze the city, for next two decades, to which it is made to serve. Accordingly, these plans need to be reviewed , rationalised, revised and redefined to make them better Master Plans/Development Plans
Similar to Putting Public Health into Housing and Town Planning – Opportunity Amidst Challenge for Real Estate Sector in Wake of COVID -19 (20)
Innovate 4 Climate is the distinguished global event hosted by World Bank on climate finance, climate investment and climate markets. It is a platform for providing exchange of knowledge and best practices. The event aims to promote investment opportunities in mitigation, adaptation, resilience and inclusive development. I4C was launched in 2017 and was designed to bring together thought leaders interested in linking climate innovation with investment opportunities – transforming dialogue into action.
Country’s progress and sustained economic growth is a reflection to the way we dwell in the place we thrive and strive. Building healthy dwellings and developing niche in sync with Industry 4.0 interface which are based on IoT,data analytics and smart grids are the latest revolution to march ahead by applying it in real estate sector.
Be it with regard to natural, accidental or intentional means, public health has always been under threat. As is the case with the current COVID 19 pandemic, public health preparedness to prevent, respond to and recover is key for securing country’s overall development and growth.
Climate change is a significant threat across varied sections and in varied regions there has been a consensus about the need for businesses to play key role in ensuring transparency around climate risks and opportunities. To steer climate action, science-based emissions reduction targets validated by Science Based Target initiative (SBTi) and climate change scenario analysis based on the TCFD recommendations have been suggested to be adopted. These aimed to future proof businesses by identifying risks for mitigation and adaptation with the view to deliver value for business, investors, stakeholders and the environment at large. With real estate, contributing to one third of all the global carbon emissions according to UNEP, the responsibility has increased manifolds to address the impact of climate change on real estate portfolio.
There is increasing pressure on energy producers from climate risks. One key concept which is gaining prominence in lieu of the risks is “Carbon Bubble” and the related impact of divestment movement. As a part of the Paris climate agreement, 192 countries reaffirmed their commitment to reduce emissions and limiting the global temperature increase to less than 20C. Energy producing companies are under scrutiny from investors, shareholders, employees and customers and other related stakeholders to reduce carbon footprint and to demonstrate that their business are aligned to help build an efficient “Low Carbon Portfolio”. The goal is to channelize investments, assess climate risks and opportunities and mitigate future climate change trajectories, align it as key service for fossil fuel energy divestment, portfolio and asset management.
There is increasing pressure on energy producers from climate risks. One key concept which is gaining prominence in lieu of the risks is “Carbon Bubble” and the related impact of divestment movement. As a part of the Paris climate agreement, 192 countries reaffirmed their commitment to reduce emissions and limiting the global temperature increase to less than 20C. Energy producing companies are under scrutiny from investors, shareholders, employees and customers and other related stakeholders to reduce carbon footprint and to demonstrate that their business are aligned to help build an efficient “Low Carbon Portfolio”. The goal is to channelize investments, assess climate risks and opportunities and mitigate future climate change trajectories, align it as key service for fossil fuel energy divestment, portfolio and asset management.
As part of the Paris Climate Agreement goal of limiting global warming to 2oC, annual emissions reductions from agriculture must reach 1 gigatonne of carbon dioxide equivalent (GtCO2e/yr) by 2030. Plausible options to do this only deliver 21–40% of this target. Agricultural systems are witnessing ambitious goals and require transformative actions. Across food systems actions include: application of next generation technologies, increasing investment flows and improving returns, change in pattern of landholdings, enhancing capacities through skill development and capacity building, and via changes in the distribution and dynamics of the population and labour force. This transformation would generate multitude of benefits such as education, nutrition, health, water, sanitation, and empowerment of women and youth, and transforming rural livelihoods and indigenous communities.
Sustainability is regarded as a key goal for policy makers across all sectors and at all levels, be it with regard to local, regional and global scale. Sustainability as a criteria attribute in real estate sector, which was ignored over a period of years has gained enhanced level of importance in recent years amongst varied stakeholders including developers, investors, owners, tenants, private entities, government bodies and the communities. Policies regarding sustainability have been demonstrated in the Kyoto Protocol, United Nations Principles of Responsible Investment (PRI) and the European Union Directive on Energy Performance of Buildings. Similarly regulation at the city level have council enforcing environmental building codes and have varied rebate options, incentives such as tax breaks, flexible and cost effective financing mechanisms, for green buildings. The real estate sector has both set of risks and benefits associated and most often the risks are associated with future uncertainties in terms of policies, regulation and enforcement. Urban housing and the burgeoning infrastructure requirement have triggered local and regional issues such as energy policies, deforestation, water scarcity, air pollution and over exploitation of resources.
The concept paper with regard to e-voting in India – suggestive policy framework is conceptualized under the Eco Endeavourers Network endeavour initiative – innovation hub and new concepts. It is an endeavour towards greater citizen participation and for their rights and their role in nation building and constitutional affairs. It aims at improving greater security, transparency and to increase the voter turnout, use of limited resources in a resource constraint economy, reduced manpower that are deployed before, during and after the elections are held. Foreseeing increased application of blockchain technology, big data and app based advancement, the paper considers suggestive policy framework of e-voting to oversee the prospects and its suggestive implications for the decision and policy makers. Prospects of having an internet enabled/e-voting can be an efficient alternative to the current EVM voting based elections.
World Oceans Day 8th June, 2019 provides an opportunity to honour, protect, and conserve the oceans. United Nations Sustainable Development Goal # 14 commits countries to unite over what is a truly global responsibility – the protection of our oceans and the lives that depend on it.
The aim of this primer is to putforth a perspective on - how does sustainability matters in real estate sector and why it should be a prime agenda of firms in making environmental friendly decision making and operations. Real estate sector can showcase their stewardship towards environment via efficient environmental friendly policies. There are varied environmental standards which are applied at the builings or infrastructure level in real estate sector, however what it lacks is uniformity in sustainability applicability to the sector. The type of material used, the design per se, installations and retrofits all matter in real esate sustainability mission and vision. Understanding environmental and climate risks and its real implications is a intricate challenge for property investors.
5th June, designated as “World Environment Day” by the United Nations provides an opportunity to widen the basis for a more responsible conduct by individuals, business entities, organizations, government bodies, municipalities and communities towards protecting Environment. Every year World Environment Day is organized with a theme focus, which calls for attention on a particular environmental concern. This year, 2019 the theme is “Beat Air Pollution” – Take the Mask Challenge! This year China is hosting the day and has called upon to take up the mask challenge in beating air pollution via change in lifestyle habits which in turn will help in reducing GHG emissions and also to negate health effects.
In connection with World Environment Day on 5th June, 2019,
Eco Endeavourers Network is conducting an online one day campaign and awareness drive with its theme " Let's strive for sustainable, clean, healthy and climate positive cities and communities"
This 22nd May, 2019 as we commemorate the International Day for Biodiversity with the theme: Our Biodiversity, Our Food, Our Health, the focal point is on how biodiversity acts as a basis for transforming food systems and improving health and well-being. The theme also aims to leverage the opportunity in knowledge transfer, spreading awareness about the dependency on our food systems for nutrition, health and sustainability.
With sustainability being the focal point across varied organizations and business entities, the role of sustainability practitioners in the organization hierarchy has increased manifolds. What matters is how companies with sustainable business strategies are communicating business value to investors and stakeholders via their sustainability practitioners and steering business of value with its management board mission of creating profit along with protecting Environment. The sustainability practitioner’s role is to drive the company agenda – “Sustainability driven productivity.” Their role as CSOs (Chief Sustainability Officers) is to better inform, demonstrate, determine, assess and mover forward business value of sustainability to its investors, shareholders and stakeholders at large.
As a part of annual Diwali celebration at school of my son, Podar Jumbo Kids at Hiranandani Estate, Thane conducted an event Diwali Fete at their school premises on 2nd November, 2018. Eco Endeavourers Network (EEN) leveraged this opportunity and held a “Sustainable Development Goals Educative and Awareness Kiosk” for the school children and parents accompanying them by raising awareness on United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and in simple way provided educative and fun learning and play mode games and handout/tool kit mentioning what each of the 17 goals mean.
COP14 - The Conference of the Parties 14 to the Convention on Biological diversity conference kick started on 17th of November with pre-conference meet ups and briefing on 13th, 14th, 15th and 16th November. The conference by United Nations aims at calling upon the decision makers from more than 190 countries to intensify their efforts to reduce and stop the biodiversity loss and protect the ecosystems that support food and water security and health for billions of people. The theme of this year’s ongoing conference is “Investing in Biodiversity for People and Planet”.
The World Water Week from 26th - 31st 2018 event concluded yesterday. As like every year, it was organized by Stockholm International Water Institute (SIWI). It highlighted water as a critical resource. It emphasized nature based solutions as way forward towards resolving water issues. This year the theme was – “Water, Ecosystems and Human Development”. Be it with regard to water shortage, water quality, water issues in extreme weather events - floods, water has been the most pressing issue and challenging resource that needs to be addressed. Healthy ecosystems allow plant and animal life to thrive and strive and offer multitude of benefits for human development and all these work together as microcosm in itself and for developing synergy, work in co-operation during trans-boundary conflicts with regard to water, water governance strengthening, and equitable access to clean water.
The newsletter for the month of August 2018 main focus is Sustainability with the thought "We co-create a culture, when we practice sustainability in our day to day life"
Gender Equality aims towards achieving end of all forms of discrimination, empowering women and girls, eliminating all forms of violence including trafficking and exploitation and physical, mental and emotional abuse. Gender equality is a fundamental human right and for building sustainable and peaceful communities and nation as a whole The prerequisite lies towards having a common future for all and mission - our planet let's work together.
Total Environment Tangled Up In The Green - Residential Plots Where Nature an...JagadishKR1
Embark on a journey where lush landscapes and contemporary living converge at Total Environment's Tangled Up In The Green Residential Plots in Devanahalli, Bangalore. Surrounded by verdant expanses, these plots offer an idyllic setting for your dream home. Immerse yourself in the serenity of nature while enjoying the finest amenities and design, where every moment is a harmonious blend of luxury and tranquility.
Rixos Tersane Istanbul Residences Brochure_May2024_ENG.pdfListing Turkey
Tersane Suites Residences is a luxurious real estate project located in the heart of Istanbul, next to the beautiful Golden Horn. This unique development offers hotel concept residences with Rixos management, making it the perfect choice for both homeowners and investors.
The Tersane Suites Residences offers a wide range of options, from studio apartments to spacious four-bedroom units, all designed to the highest standard. The suites are finished with high-quality materials and feature modern, open-plan living spaces, fully-equipped kitchens, and large balconies with stunning views of the city and sea.
One of the standout features of Tersane Suites Residences is the Rixos management, which provides a truly exclusive and upscale living experience. Residents will have access to a range of luxury amenities, including a fitness center, spa, and indoor and outdoor swimming pools. Plus, the on-site restaurants and cafes provide a taste of the local and international cuisine.
The Tersane Suites Residences also offers a great opportunity for investors, as it provides a rental guarantee program. This means that investors can enjoy a steady income stream, with the peace of mind that their property is being managed by a reputable and experienced team.
The location of Tersane Suites Residences is also unbeatable, with easy access to the city’s main transportation links and within close proximity to the historic center, making it the perfect base for exploring all that Istanbul has to offer.
Investing In The US As A Canadian… And How To Do It RIGHT!! (feat. Erwin Szet...Volition Properties
=== Investing In The US As A Canadian… And How To Do It RIGHT!! (feat. Erwin Szeto) ===
Ever been curious about Real Estate Investing in the US?? At Volition, for the past 14 years, we have been focused on helping investors invest in over $250M of real estate and generate $100M of wealth in the Toronto market, but we are always open to learning more about other business models and learning from other investors.
The US has always been an intriguing market to invest in. But the US is a big place… if you’re interested in investing in the US, you probably have a lot of questions, like:
☑️ Specifically WHERE should you invest?
☑️ What are the best markets to invest in and why?
☑️ How much are property prices there?
☑️ What are the returns like?
☑️ What is cashflow like?
☑️ Compared to investing in Toronto or other cities in Ontario, what are the benefits / tradeoffs?
☑️ What ownership structure should I use?
☑️ What are the tax implications?
☑️ Can I get financing?
☑️ What are tenants like?
Enter Erwin Szeto, a longtime friend of Volition. Since 2005, Erwin Szeto and his team have navigated the challenging landscape of being landlords in Ontario. Now, they are shifting their focus and guiding their clients' investments toward the more landlord-friendly environment of the USA. This decision comes after assisting Canadian clients in transacting over $440,000,000 in income properties. Faced with issues like affordability constraints, tenant-friendly laws, rent control, and rental licensing in Canada, Erwin sees a clear opportunity in the U.S. Here, there is a significant influx of investments leading to the creation of high-paying manufacturing jobs. Erwin and his clients are poised to capitalize on these opportunities where landlord rights are stronger and there is no rent control.
To facilitate this transition, Erwin has partnered with and become a client of SHARE, a one-stop-shop U.S. Asset Manager. Founded by Canadians for Canadians, SHARE enables as passive an ownership experience as possible for landlords in the U.S., while still maintaining direct, 100% ownership.
Erwin is “Making Real Estate Investing Great Again”!!
Website: https://www.infinitywealth.ca/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/iwinrealestate and https://www.facebook.com/ErwinSzetoOfficial
Podcast: https://www.truthaboutrealestateinvesting.ca/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iwinrealestate/ and https://www.instagram.com/erwinszeto/
500 acres of brilliance await you here at Riverview City which offers modern living, effortless convenience, and a beautiful natural setting. It is a mega township by Magarpatta City in Loni Kalbhor, Pune. Enjoy easy access to work, schools, and fun while experiencing a perfect work-life balance.
Visit - magarpattacity.developerprojects.in
Presentation to Windust Meadows HOA Board of Directors June 4, 2024: Focus o...Joseph Lewis Aguirre
Presentation to Windust Meadows HOA Board of Directors June 4, 2024: Focus on Public Safety as Job #1, Engagement, Wealth of HOA, Branding, Communication, Culture, Civic Responsibility
Discover Yeni Eyup Evleri 2, nestled among the rising values of Eyupsultan, offering the epitome of modern living in Istanbul.
With its spacious living areas, contemporary architecture, and meticulous details, Yeni Eyup Evleri 2 is poised to be the star of your happiest moments. Situated in the new favorite district of Eyupsultan, claim your spot and unlock the doors to a peaceful life alongside your loved ones. Nestled next to the historical and natural beauties of Eyupsultan, embrace the comfort of modern living and rediscover life.
Social Amenities:
Yeni Eyup 2 offers a life filled with joy with its green landscaping areas, gym, sauna, children’s play areas, café, outdoor pool, and basketball court. Reserve your place for unforgettable moments!
Reliable Structure:
With 1+1, 2+1, and 3+1 apartment options, Yeni Eyup Evleri 2 is designed with first-class materials and craftsmanship. The doors to a safe and comfortable life are here! Choose the option that suits you best and step into your dream home.
Project:
Yeni Eyup 2 is conveniently located, with Istanbul Airport just 26 minutes away, the Mecidiyeköy Metro Line 4 minutes away, and the Tram Stop 5 minutes away, making your life easier with its central location.
Location:
Your home is positioned in a privileged location, providing easy access to the city center, shopping malls, restaurants, schools, and other important places.
Yeni Eyup 2 offers 1+1, 2+1, and 3+1 apartment options designed to meet different needs. Find an option suitable for every lifestyle and open the doors to a comfortable life in your dream home.
https://listingturkey.com/property/yeni-eyup-evleri-2/
Dynamics 365 Bid Management for Construction ProjectsDynamic Netsoft
This PDF provides a straightforward guide to using Dynamics 365 for efficient bid management in construction projects. Learn how to streamline processes, improve accuracy, and enhance productivity with practical tips and step-by-step instructions.
https://dnetsoft.com/dynamics-365-bid-management-software
Simpolo Tiles & Bathware
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Since the first steps were taken in 1977, Simpolo Ceramics has carved its niche as a consistently growing organisation with unparalleled innovation and passion rooted in simplicity.
We endure gratification for every experience we offer, created to share something meaningful. It may not resonate with the majority, but that makes us a class apart. If only a handful were to understand the purpose of our existence, we would be proud to have found our believers. Rather, people with whom we can share our beliefs.
VISUALIZER
Design your space in your style with our very own Visualizer. Now, you can choose the tiles of your liking from our wide selection and see how they would look in a space. Select the tile from the multiple options and the visualiser will replace the surfaces in the image with the selected tiles. This way, instead of just your imagination, you can choose the tiles for your place by getting an actual picture of how they would look in a space. So, design your space the way you desire digitally and implement it in real life to get the best results!
You can also share this visualiser with others to help them design their space.
Committed to delighting customers with world-class ceramic products and services. Make Simpolo synonymous with the best quality and set new benchmarks of excellence for all stakeholders. Pursue best business practices with utmost integrity to make Simpolo an exciting organisation to work with, for vendors, channel partners, investors and employees alike.
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Putting Public Health into Housing and Town Planning – Opportunity Amidst Challenge for Real Estate Sector in Wake of COVID -19
1. 2020
Steering towards safe and secure progress for Real Estate Developers
Putting Public Health into Housing and
Town Planning – Opportunity Amidst Challenge
for Real Estate Sector in Wake of COVID -19
Pandemic
Eco Endeavourers Network
Striving for the Planet in Peril
Dr. Prachi Ugle Pimpalkhute,
Founder, Eco Endeavourers Network
Sachin Pimpalkhute,
Co-Founder, Eco Endeavourers Network
Email : prachiugle@gmail.com
Contact Number: 9819098068
2. Introduction
Preparedness in cities and other urban settlements is critical for effective local, regional, national
and global responses to COVID-19. A well-designed pandemic plan in urban settlements allows to
respond in a flexible way to varying levels of severity and to refine your response as needed.
Education, housing, work, socializing and community kinship shapes the way we live, strive and
thrive in cities. Population density is not the only parameter to be blamed for the pandemic in
developing countries. The type of housing - township, apartments, independent houses, make shift
homes, informal settlements, redevelopment buildings and slums also are a key parameter that
hinders controlling the spread or transmission of outbreak. The way we live – sanitation, hygiene,
food habits, our environment, transport, connectivity, our social outlook and approach also are
detrimental and have a direct bearing for the outbreak to spread to the extent of being a pandemic.
If one looks at the positives, cities being hubs for advanced health care and treatment are a critical
health system management provider, so total lockdown along with the above mentioned
parameters should have by now stopped the surge of COVID 19 and the peak should have by now
flattened. However, that has not happened and the notion that high population density of the
county is the key for non-containment of the outbreak is being taken as a base for its surge.
Governance, policy making responsibilities, multisector approach are the key essentials for
medical emergency preparedness planning and management – which starts from preparedness,
to response and to recovery from COVID 19. Critical competencies for urban planning, design and
built environment towards futuristic housing and town planning should include: individual
resilience, whole of government approach, a whole of society approach and multi-sectoral
approach with three main ingredients for non-containment – Alert, Standby and Activate. Alert
includes notification of critical systems and personnel of their impending activation, standby
includes initiation of decision-making processes for imminent activation, including mobilization
of resources and personnel, and Activate refers to implementation of the specified pandemic
mitigation measures. Alert, Standby and Activate are a key non-pharmaceutical interventions
(NPI).
Pandemic preparedness planning, response and recovery is everyone’s responsibility and each
one has a role to steer through good health, economic progress and wellness.
Questions and Myths that needs to be answered and busted:
Nothing can be done to prevent pandemics.
We can deal with it when it comes. There is no risk.
Do you want to generate fear, panic and anxiety among people?
Health officials, health care systems and management will protect us from pandemics?
Pandemic risk is not an economic concern?
It’s only government and the authorities concerns responsibility?
“Why does the authorities want to wait till an epidemic escalates into a pandemic”?
Who bears the brunt of second and third order consequences?
Once the onset of outbreak happens, the first consequence being the disease. The second and third
order consequences include dismissal of students from schools may lead to loss of interest among
children minding, physical inactivity and psychological issues. Subsequent workplace closings
leading to lossof income for employees, third-order consequencescould be detrimental to families
living at or near subsistence levels.
3. Who shall look into the initial pandemic shock to labour and consumers, not to capital…...?
What about the vulnerable?
Weak public authority and business climate in fragile and outbreak affected states could be
sharply eroded, worsening safety, security and population wellbeing, putting the poor to further
risks and also extremities among the middle class…so a common and applicable for all programme
for preparedness in urban planning should become a new normal for urban planning.
Vulnerable groups in urban settings in COVID-19 outbreaks:
Informal settlements
Urban poor
Homeless and people living in inadequate housing conditions
Refugees and migrants including labour markets
Older persons, especially those at risk of isolation
Persons with underlying medical conditions
Socially marginalized groups
Individuals at risk of interpersonal violence or self-inflicted harm due to physical distancing
measures
Examples of sectors that should be involved in COVID-19 preparedness in urban settings
Health
Social services / protection
Mental health services
Transport
Housing and energy
Education
Communication
Water, sanitation, hygiene
Civil defence, security
Commerce and economy
Veterinary and animal health
Banking
Parliamentarians
This primer aims to put public health into housing and town planning as a case study to put
forward with the scope for coming up with opportunity amidst challenge for the real estate
sector in wake of COVID 19. Pandemic impact has eroded the business value and growth
prospects of real estate sector especially the residential and commercial market, making it
difficult to set right new prospects of development planning as investing overhang is looming
large for the urban planners, developers and real estate investors. There is slowdown in sales,
labour shortfall and low worker presence has stopped and delayed under construction
projects. Negative credit crunch and reduced sales velocity, impact on sales and marketing
team, reduction in occupancies due to migration to respective home towns. In 2016 and 2017,
regulatory changes brought on by RERA, real estate investment trusts (REIT) and GST regime,
long term contracts, steady cash flow and stable return levels positivity brought growth in real
estate sector. However, amidst medical emergency, a new normal for real estate sector is
considering pandemic preparedness an integral part of urban designing. Pandemics
preparedness in architecture is like remedy for building futuristic urban settlements.
Pandemics impacts in urban settlements are as follows:
4. Compact Community Benefits
Environmental Economic Social
Lesser land for roads
and parking
Cost saving on transport Lower casualty rates
Saving open spaces Lesser Congestion Residents are healthier and live longer
Emission Reductions More productivity and innovation Greater opportunities
Energy Savings Cost Savings on public services Improved livelihood opportunities for
marginalized people
Source: Pandemic Resilient Community Planning, based on the study by (Ewing and Hamidi 2015; Litman, 2019)
Community Planning Issues
Scale
Duration
Warning
Health care
Requirements
Infectious
Diseases
Physical fitness
Food and
Nutrition
Drug and Abuse
Safety
Economic
Development
Environmental
Protection
Democracy
and Public
Engagement
Public Health
Stronger
Public
Spending
Social Equity
and Economic
Opportunity
Evacuation
requirements
Economic
costs
Infrastructure
Damage
Very Large
Lasts longer
Long
Very Large
Large
Very Large
No
5. “Crowded housing increases contagion risks”
Time to have a set of guidelines, codes and enforcement machinery in place in housing sector:
Development of housing codes and the enforcement machinery becomes a key responsibility, of
urban planners, real estate developers and construction departments. As is the case currently, we
have green building codes, other building codes that are set to addresses limited concerns like
plumbing, sanitation, fittings, occupancy, spacing, fire safety. However, what is lacking in housing
codes is consideration of public health. Though green building codes mentions the importance of
health improvement due to its application, an advanced health system and pandemic preparedness
system is lacking. So, in lieu of the current pandemic situation, time is ripe to revamp the building
codes and include Pandemic preparedness and public health in building futuristic housing that shall
strengthen community preparedness, living and a healthy population to thrive and progress.
According to Housing.com, the housing sales in India’s nine major cities declined by 26 % in the
period between January – March 2020. In lieu of the current medical emergency and the
subsequent lockdown in wake of it, government has made it to trickle up with some incorporation
in RERA for a stipulated period. It includes: The RERA (Real Estate Regulatory Authority)
guidelines have rendered an extension of one year in the execution timelines of the projects if the
event is beyond the control of the promoter. Therefore, reducing the regulatory risk in the
disruption of short-term projects. Confederation of Real Estate Developers Association of India
(CREDAI) released a statement in consideration to the crisis that industries are undergoing and
so the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs immediately sought the following policy relief:
To extend the registration period by at least one year. Treat Covid-19 as ‘force majeure’
under RERA.
The principal repayment and interest that are falling outstanding over the duration of the
next three months should be put off in real estate projects and instead of three months
should be recovered in the next nine months.
The loans taken by the real estate developers should not be declared as Non-Performing
Assets (NPA) if they default on payment of principal amount and interest.
The requirement of additional funds to be met on the same terms to meet the increase in
costs from financial institutions without any additional collateral.
As per ANAROCK Research, real estate contributed nearly 6% to India’s GDP in 2017. As per
the projected growth trends during the pre-COVID-19 phase, the sector’s contribution was
likely to rise to 13% of India’s GDP by 2025. Dr. Niranjan Hiranandani, Founder and Managing
Director of Hiranandani Group and President of Developers, NAREDCO, mentioned in
Bloomberg Quint that lockdown caused schedules of real estate projects to go haywire and the
relief of economic package for real estate projects under RERA getting an extension of six
months came at the right time.
If one looks at the literature review on COVID-19 Global Real Estate Implications Paper II, by JLL,
April, 2020, the following are the key points from the paper as stated by JLL: Real estate policy
Countries around the world have implemented changes to real estate policy in order to reduce
the burden on tenants and in some cases landlords:
In the U.S., many decisions are made at the state and local level, and at least 34 states have
temporarily prohibited evictions. At the same time, the federal government issued a 120-
day moratorium on evictions from federally subsidized housing or from a property with a
federally backed mortgage loan. Major mortgage lenders, including Citigroup and JPMorgan
6. Chase, suspended mortgage payments. Some U.S. states have halted construction on all
projects unless essential, such as medical facilities.
In Europe, several countries, including the U.K., Germany and France, have suspended
evictions. A number, like the U.K. and Italy, are providing temporary mortgage relief. In
various locations across Europe, commercial and residential tenants have been offered
mortgage and rent holidays. Some countries, such as France and Italy, have suspended
construction. Banks in Europe are being strongly encouraged to give forbearance and not
to foreclose on late payments, while governments have granted retailers tax relief.
In parts of Asia, some landlords have offered temporary rental rebates and rent discounts.
Meanwhile, some countries, like Singapore, are considering legislation that would protect
commercial tenants who cannot pay rent for a period of six months.
Why the ramble with the numbers is slowing down real estate sector though relaxation
were announced?
Though relaxations were announced on payment and in considering COVID 19 as “force
majeure” under RERA, the downside slump and issues with regard to repo rate rebates has writ
large looming crunch situation among the construction companies and real estate developers.
Logical reason to attribute to this is as follows:
Short term curbs /relaxations increase the risks of bigger losses, reduced investment
activity creates slowdown and renders valuation challenges and uncertainty, thereby
causing barriers to investors ability to appropriately price the risk.
Supply chain risk
Slow deployment of new capital to the asset class in the near term given recent volatility
in the public markets.
Opportunity Amidst Challenge for Real Estate Sector:
Pandemics and climate change have become the key elements that can bring about
transformation in the very way urban design and planning is perceived. Real estate investors and
developers have got an opportunity amidst challenge for including pandemic and climate change
in the current situation and aim for futuristic projects including it and not just considering
retrofits, building codes and plumbing as design element.
What’s the “New Normal in Real Estate Sector:
Most business sector, real estate sector and companies will not go back to the way it was before
the pandemic, but every sector will look forward to respond, and reinvent and re-establish
themselves to be more resilient, adapting their operational models to the “New Normal”. The
short-term impact for occupiers proved significant as their business-as-usual activities got
affected, however the future preparedness, planning, designing and implementation will require
restructuring and courage from investors, developers and construction managers and their
workforces. There shall be a need to determine the level of modification required to return to
business: prepare, redesign and fit-out workplaces ready enough to call employees back to the
office, combined with remote working capabilities and a robust approach. It shall just be not
about how to re-flourish back as soon as possible. Rather the opposite approach. It is first and
foremost about technology. What shall it take for to ‘re-entry’ facilities that were closed, bring
people back to work and return to a stable business activity? What functions must come back
when the ‘re-entry’ option is available and what kind of designing and framework shall be
planned during planning for future projects based on the lessons learnt from current crisis?
7. Real Positives of Real Estate – It being a Real Asset and major task is People Protection
Safety, Good Health and Wellness – Shall remain top priority in future projects
Full protection via sanitation and hygiene solutions
Well visible and well trained sanitation staff will be crucial
Control over managing density
Plans and protocols on safe and secure commuting
Efficient residents, employees and visitor screening solutions – which shall include
symptomatic and asymptomatic screening - plan and rules in community living
apartments, townships and estates – will help in preparedness planning and planned
emergency public health care system based on the current crisis of pandemic and lessons
learnt from it.
Tracking and control measures using technology and management
Healthy building measures
Key attribute with regard to housing:
Higher the density of occupants, higher shall be the operational risk of contagion. This will create
short-term risk for hotels, retail, select living assets and flex-office operators. The more
important the facility of creating newer design and plan and tenancy to revenue and business
operations, the lower shall be the risk. This shall favour data centres and critical logistics assets.
Despite ample liquidity in debt markets, lenders remaining in the phase of ‘volatility’ and are
increasingly shifting towards asset management of their existing portfolios. Another key point
for real estate sector is that it has risk-adjusted returns that are less correlated to other asset
classes, since portfolio diversification advantage of real estate investments gets emphasized in
periods of increased volatility in the equities and commodities markets.
Rising capital allocations to real estate: Amidst the current crisis, the relaxations being
announced i.e.; low interest rate environment and financial asset price volatility will support the
Challenges
Urban Setting Rural Setting
Crowded buildings and sidewalks Improper housing and road network,
fringe issues
Elevators Poor access to medical facilities
and public health resources
Public Transit Vulnerable population – physical
and social isolation and associated illness
Homelessness – for workers
from other cities
Inadequate housing, poverty and limited
employment opportunities
Opportunities
Targeted cleaning, sanitation
and hygiene
Improving public health services
Promote Physical distancing Targeted capacity building and housing
to isolated households
Promote walking and bicycling Improved access to essential services
Eliminate homelessness
and improve housing quality
Providing proper public health
care services and financial support to
the poor and employment opportunities
Newer building codes which
shall include public health as a
key element
Improved housing quality
8. case for portfolio diversification. This shall allow real estate better relative returns in
comparison to other asset classes, looks set to increase.
Smart Cities – With focus on Pandemic Preparedness
The current crisis of COVID 19 will prompt rethinking in urban design, increasing the imperative
to develop truly scalable smart city solutions, to put a much greater focus on public health and
safety, and to deliver greater investment in public health care and infrastructure in real estate
sector.
Mass usage and adaptation of remote-working technology during the current pandemic phase
will increase the pace and dependence on robotics, the Internet of Things (IoT) and Big Data –
this shall be the “New Normal” in future urban design and construction.
Short-term pullback expected in capital flows as uncertainty builds:
As per the research paper on global implications on real estate sector by COVID 19 by JLL the
following are the key points as stated by them: Over the short term, investment activity in global
commercial real estate is expected to slow. Restrictions and uncertainty around valuation is
limiting investors’ ability to perform due diligence, and it is more challenging to execute
transactions. Delayed launches and elongated transaction timelines are increasingly evident in
affected markets as city lockdowns, travel restrictions and social distancing had become common
place around the world. Technology continues to be used to connect parties and reduce some of
the barriers to productivity. Though, uncertainty of the duration of the pandemic and our
inability to flatten the curve of virus multiplication and also the inability to appropriately price
risk will maintain higher barriers to the normalization of capital flows in near future
For many households, the COVID-19 pandemic creates severe economic problems. Even before
this pandemic, many low- and moderate-income households suffered from excessive housing,
transportation and healthcare costs. This pandemic is causing large unemployment and business
losses that will reduce many household’s incomes. Although stimulus funds, unemployment
insurance, and bill deferment policies provide some relief, many households will need additional
short- and long-term solutions.
Affordability, Policies and Design Elements – Newer perspective and New Design Elements
– Best Possible Additives (as per Pandemic-Resilient Community Planning – Institute of
Transportation and Development Policy)
Affordability concerns most often focus on high housing costs, many, including occasional large
unexpected expenses. Also moderate-income households have difficulty in financial dealings -
housing loan, insurance or repair payments and need affordable mobility options.
Policies that increase affordability:
Implementing eviction protection, rent moratoriums and deferrals, plus subsidies for at risk
households.
Increasing most allowable densities and building heights, and allowing compact, missing
middle housing types (secondary houses, multi-plexes, townhouses and low-rise
apartments) in walkable urban neighbourhoods, particularly for corner or larger lots,
adjacent to parks, or on busier streets, as these locations minimize negative impact on
neighbours.
Reduce development fees, approval requirements and inclusivity mandates for moderate-
priced infill housing, as these projects shall be most need during pandemics as it shall reduce
9. migration and allow safer homes during crisis which in turn shall reduce transmission and
spread of virus.
Reduce or eliminate parking minimums and favour unbundling – good social distancing
option in parking lots.
Improved active transport (walking and bicycling) and micro-mobility (electric scooters and
bicycles) through improved sidewalks, crosswalks, bike lanes, complete streets policies,
traffic calming and street-scaping.
Improved public transport services so that places tend to become less crowded, cleaner,
better ventilated and lesser delay in reach, through better design, increased cleaning,
dedicated bus lanes, all-door boarding, driver protection, and automated fare payments
system, and actions that shall improve convenience and comfort as well as reducing disease
transmission and risks.
Implement Transportation Demand Management (TDM) - Commute Trip Reduction
programs - includes policies and programs that encourage efficient travel behaviour.
Support development of “walkable urban communities” along public transit corridors(also
known as Transit Oriented Development or TOD) – this shall allow in creating
neighbourhoods where residents and workers shall access common services and activities
without vehicle use.
As per the Institute for Transportation and Development Policy – (TOD) Transit-Oriented
Development, means integrated urban places designed to bring people, activities, buildings,
and public space together, with easy walking and cycling connection between them and near-
excellent transit service to the rest of the city. It means inclusive access for all to local and
citywide opportunities and resources by the most efficient and healthful combination of
mobility modes, at the lowest financial and environmental cost, and with the highest resilience
to disruptive events such as COVID 19 pandemic. Inclusive TOD is a necessary foundation for
long-term sustainability, equity, shared prosperity, and harmony in cities. A global shift from
urban sprawl to inclusive TOD is a key requirement. Multiple complex and interdependent
elements must be aligned and brought together. They range from infrastructure, street, and
building planning and design, to codes, regulation reform, health care and finance. Diverse
participants with different views and interests should be involved: decision and policy makers
from many institutions, professionals of various disciplines, developers and investors, tenants
and residents, people attached to urban, suburban lifestyles, fringe areas persons, people in
communities as stakeholders set to be transformed by redevelopment and densification, and
grassroots and civic organizations.
Policy Principles of Transit Oriented Development (TOD)
WALK:
Developing Neighbourhood that promote walking
Aim : The pedestrian realm is safe, active, comfortable, vibrant and accessible to all
CYCLE:
Prioritize cycling transport network
Aim : Cycling is safe, secure and complete.
CONNECT
Create dense networks of streets and paths
Aim : Walking, cycling and transport routes and network – short, direct and varied
TRANSIT
Locate development near high end public transport services
Aim: Frequent, fast, rapid and high quality transit reduces dependence on personal
transport, reducing emissions and saving fuel and time
10. MIX
Plan for Mixed Land Use, Income and Demographics
Aim: Opportunities and services within shorter distance, reduces time as people live and
work – get time to spend, avoid traffic congestion, more time with family, lesser exposure
to diseases as reduced travel time and shorter distance reduces the risk of
transmission/ contagion.
DENSIFY
Optimize Density and Maximize Transit Capacity and Capability
Aim: High residential and hob opportunities and densities support high quality transit
and local services and public space activity
COMPACT
Create regions /spaces with shorter transit commutes
Aim: Allows transit or steering through near areas with ease of convenience.
SHIFT
Increase mobility by regulating parking and road use
Aim: Replace minimum off-street parking requirements with parking maximums.
Price on street parking to manage demand
Adequate parking fees and reduction in overall supply of parking space
creates incentives / provisions for use of public transport, walking and cycling
Source: Institute for Transportation and Development Policy
Pandemic Resilient Communities
Pandemics are one of many risks that communities face, and generally not the only critical health
concern as there are many other infectious diseases in latent phase which do prevail but having
the surge capacity or outbreak capacity to begin with, so it would be inefficient to implement
infectious disease reduction strategies that increase other health, economic, environmental
problems, for example, by reducing physical activity there may be increase in cardiovascular
disease, or increase in vehicle travel causing traffic casualties and emissions. In lieu of it,
household and communities can increase their resilience to pandemics by the following planning
checklists:
Pandemic Resilient Communities Planning and Designing Checklists
For Households For Communities
ForPandemicRisks–Reduction
1. Resources to sanitize personal
items, vehicles and homes, plus
face masks and gloves.
2. Home with adequate space,
home offices, natural light and
ventilation, and private outdoor
spaces such as a balcony, deck
or yard to provide comfort
for extended isolation.
3. Good communications resources,
including telephone,
internet service and computers
for socializing and e-commerce.
1.Good public health programs, particularly
infectious disease control and
smoking reduction.
2.Healthcare services able to handle surges.
3.Shared vehicle density restrictions,
cleaning and sanitizing, plus employee
and passenger hygiene.
4.Minimal homelessness or inadequate
housing.
5.Programs to address mental illness,
substance abuse, domestic violence,
and vulnerable resident supports.
11. 4.Gym and Fitness program,
including in-home exercise
and nearby walking and
bicycling.
6.Expanded pedestrian facilities to
prevent crowding, traffic calming
and road space reallocation.
ReductioninallRisks
1. Household emergency
plan, including emergency
contact information.
2. Emergency supplies, including
first aid equipment,
flashlights, mobile phone
and portable radio backup
power, and food for at least
two weeks.
3. A home in a relatively safe
location (out of floodplains
and fire interface) built
to withstand local risks such
as earthquakes, hurricanes,
plus, extreme heat and cold.
4. Comfortable shoes for walking
and a sturdy bicycle for riding.
5. Housing in a compact, walkable
and bikeable neighbourhood
where essential services
and activities are accessible
without a car.
6. Ways to reduce
household expenditures if
income declines.
7. Positive talks and interactions
with neighbours.
1. Emergency management with
trustworthy leadership,
reliable communications and
critical supplies.
2. Robust internet and telecommunications
networks, e-government, e-commerce,
and delivery services.
3. Restrictions on development in
high-risk areas such as floodplains
and fire interface.
4. Zoning codes and house retrofit
programs that ensure homes can
withstand local risks such as
earthquakes, and extreme weather, and
are energy efficient.
5. Compact, walkable and
bikeable neighbourhoods where
most essential services and activities can
be accessed without using an automobile.
6. Sufficient affordable housing to
serve demand.
7. Community cohesion, so that most residents
have positive interactions with
their neighbours.
8. Unemployment insurance and support
for lower income households.
Conclusion
The current pattern of pandemics and its extent of transmission necessitated lockdown,
controlling it shall require months of restricted travel and physical interaction, creating various
health, social and economic resolutions. To improve resilience, communities shall need
effective responses which shall include contagion control, safe access to and delivery of
essential goods and services, adequate housing, physical and mental support for isolated
people, and affordability of housing.
For steering towards safe and secure progress for urban planners, real estate developers, and
designers, construction projects should emphasize and be based on the above descriptive. For
their sector growth and success, it can be concluded that pandemics do not justify abandoning
cities. Although city residents are more exposed to infectious diseases, rural residents are more
likely to die if infected, and urban living provides good health and safety benefits making cities
significantly safer and healthier overall. Most people tend to assume that contagion risk
increases with density (the number of people per unit of land), but that is not necessarily true;
the risk is actually associated with crowding (the number of people within an enclosed space,
such as apartment, house, shanty homes, redevelopment buildings). Most infection risks are
associated with specific activities – long-distance travel, worksites, stores and social gatherings.
12. In order to reduce the stress of isolation, homes shall need adequate space, light and ventilation,
also houses with ground floor access shall have the least contagion exposure.
Another key concluding point is to increase resilience, households and communities should be
prepared with emergency management programs, develop robust and flexible infrastructure,
and favour affordable and resource-efficient housing and transportation options (Transit
Oriented Development). Many of these strategies shall provide economic, social and
environmental benefits, in addition to reducing pandemic risks.
Few of the Literature Showing Improvements in Health Due to Green Housing Interventions
Intervention Results Source
Special ventilation systems in new
homes
Significant improvements in throat
irritation, cough, fatigue, and irritation
Leech et al., 2004
Insulation of existing homes Significant improvements in self-rated
health and self-reported wheezing; fewer
sick days from school and work; fewer visits
to doctors and fewer hospital admissions for
respiratory conditions
Howden-Chapman et
al., 2007
Weatherization Improvement of adult general health score
and self-reported sinusitis, hypertension,
use of asthma rescue medication, and
overweight
Wilson et al., 2014
Green public housing Adults: Lower prevalence of angina, hay
fever, sinusitis; significantly better mental
health measures for sadness, nervousness,
restlessness, hopelessness, and “everything
being an effort”
Jacobs et al., 2014a
Children: Lower prevalence of hay fever,
headaches, and respiratory allergies; more
reporting excellent, very good, or good
health
Asthmatic children: Lower frequency of
symptoms, less difficulty staying asleep, less
use of prescription inhaler
Green housing rehabilitation Reduced cockroach, mouse, and dust mite
allergens; more adults reporting excellent,
very good, or good health
Jacobs et al., 2014b
“Breathe easy home” (BEH) More asthma-symptom-free days after 1
year in a BEH; decrease in proportion of
residents with urgent asthma-related
clinical visits in a 3-month period;
significant improvements in (FEV1) and
percent with well-controlled asthma, rescue
medication use, days with limited physical
activity due to asthma, nights with asthma
symptoms, and number of asthma attacks
Takaro et al., 2011
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