Peri-Urban China

This book provides an in-depth analysis of peri-urbanization in China, exploring its impact on land use, governance, and environmental sustainability.

The urban-rural relationship in China plays a crucial role in shaping a sustainable global future. Peri-Urban China focuses specifically on peri-urbanization, which refers to the development of areas on the outskirts of cities. The book delves into how rural industrialization has transformed both the physical landscape and the regulatory framework surrounding land use in these peri-urban zones. Through a series of insightful chapters, the authors examine the implications of this development on local communities and the environment.

In addition to exploring the dynamics of rural industrialization, Peri-Urban China discusses recent institutional changes that have clarified property rights over collective land. This clarification has significantly facilitated the development of peri-urban areas. The book provides a comprehensive analysis of peri-urbanization theory, policy, and its evolution in China, highlighting the challenges posed by fragmented industrialization, urbanization, and lax governance, which have led to various social and environmental issues.

Despite initial setbacks in the redevelopment of peri-urban areas due to spatial lock-in effects, the book presents practical solutions to the environmental challenges faced. It emphasizes the potential for policymakers to adopt a collaborative, inclusive, and sustainable approach to peri-urban development. This detailed examination serves as a valuable resource for academics in urban planning, governmental organizations, NGOs, and professionals involved in land-use and public administration in China and similar developing contexts.