Factors affecting brownfield regeneration in post-socialist space: The case of the Czech Republic

Osman, Robert; Frantál, Bohumil; Klusáček, Petr; Kunc, Josef; Martinát, Stanislav

doi:10.1016/j.landusepol.2015.06.003

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“…In the examined region, most of the remains of the previous industrial production is situated outside of the administrative center, and the region itself shows a more rural type of settlement. Osman et al (2015) identified an asymmetry in the investments into brownfields in rural areas and in cities in favor of larger settlements. These findings correspond partially to the results presented here, which, however, can only be applied to regenerated brownfields that have found a new use in agriculture.…”

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Territorial-Technical and Socio-Economic Aspects of Successful Brownfield Regeneration: A Case Study of the Liberec Region (Czech Republic)

Černík¹,

Kunc²,

Martinát³

2016

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ABSTRACT:When looking for new uses for unused areas and buildings, it is essential to consider the context of the area, especially from the territorial-technical, spatial, socio-demographic, economic and urbanistic points of view. In order to find new uses for brownfields which will be sustainable in the long term, it is necessary to employ tools that enable holistic evaluation of the mutual relationship between brownfields and their surroundings so that the most suitable future use can be identified. In the present contribution the brownfields in the Liberec Region (Czech Republic), which is known for its ragged terrain and distinct industrial past, were subjected to this evaluation. Methodically, the contribution is based on principal component analysis and variance analysis (20 composed factors). The results indicate that in several cases apparent differences in the environment of neglected areas can be observed, whether based on previous use or between regenerated sites and sites falling into disrepair. The results of the performed tests show that the environment where brownfields occur differs in some cases, especially when comparing the past and present uses and the current state of their regeneration.

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Territorial-Technical and Socio-Economic Aspects of Successful Brownfield Regeneration: A Case Study of the Liberec Region (Czech Republic)

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Martinát³

2016

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“…Bartke et al, 2016 andLimasset et al, 2018). The specifics of brownfield regeneration in the post-communist space are widely discussed by Osman et al (2015). Among other key aspects of brownfield regeneration belong existence of strong potential markets, long-term vision, strong branding, strong partnerships, integrated development, and getting infrastructure into place (Dixon et al, 2011).…”

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Categorization of Impact of the Selected Variables for Potential Brownfield Regeneration in the Czech Republic by Means of Correspondence Analysis

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Brownfields are undesirable urbanistic heritage and their occurrence is associated with a number of negative effects, which our society tries to minimize repeatedly, both successfully and unsuccessfully. Especially in the context of the multi-perspective concept of sustainable development, the issue of brownfields is accentuated with the intention to reuse abandoned areas that have lost their original use and regenerate them in a way that enriches not only individual stakeholders but generally the whole society. Although each brownfield is unique within its set of partial characteristics, it is possible to determine by means of mathematical-statistical methods the key patterns that are important for brownfields in terms of their overall nature. The identification of these common patterns across a selected set of brownfields is important for establishing of general recommendations for their potential regeneration. In our paper, we proceeded from the analysis of 460 non-regenerated brownfields located in the Czech Republic, and by means of correspondence analysis we determined which categories most influence the potential brownfield regeneration from the perspective of a two-dimensional (stage) approach. Information on brownfields was taken from the publicly available database of the state-funded company the CzechInvest for 2018 and supplemented by authors with other relevant variables. The analysis of the data revealed factors that may have a major impact in the initial phase of the decision on potential brownfield regeneration, and at the same time factors that do not seem to be substantial for regeneration. The applicability of the results of our analyses creates space for better-targeted brownfield regeneration policies, especially in the area of specifications for calls for brownfield regeneration projects, their financial support, implementation of process innovations, etc.

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“…The remediation even at a hazard defence level requires huge -often uncertain -investments. The regeneration process of military brownfields is often complicated by fact that military brownfields have on average a larger size in comparison to brownfields of other origins (Osman et al 2015). Cooperation of the different groups actors is very important for successfully redevelopment of all types of brownfields (Alexandrescu et al 2014(Alexandrescu et al , 2017 and it could be presupposed that this type of cooperation and networking among actors is also important both for protection of environment and biodiversity in the former MTAs and for post-military development projects that aim at improved socio-economic development of the region.…”

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Re-development of a former military training area—The case of Brdy told from a local actors’ perspective

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Military training areas (MTAs) are special spatial units. Closed and inaccessible for the general public, they have been shaped by long-term military use of various potential type and intensity. Following the suspension of operation, some MTAs fell derelict and buildings and infrastructures on it become brownfields. Local municipalities will have strong interests and will care about the redevelopment options-either in utilising potentials or in preventing competitions. We take a Czech example and use in-depth semi-structured interviews to investigate the how local actors perceived and influenced the redevelopment perspectives of the former MTA Brdy, Czech Republic. This case is interesting, because international and national politics in as much as different groups of local stakeholders played significant roles in creating opportunities and for holding or pushing a re-or new development on the military brownfield land. Next to the results of the qualitative interviews with local stakeholders, we include analysis of available statistical data and information about the case study municipalities. Our contribution gives an insightful investigation about the role that local actors played in determining new uses of the former MTA in uncertain and unstable socioeconomic and political conditions typical for post-communist and developing countries. Highlights The use of military training facilities is influenced by geopolitical and strategic interests Networking of actors is important for finding opportunities for new development of former military areas A renewal of historical memory contributes to developing a new local identity. The protection of the environment and biodiversity in military training areas is highly desirable. Redevelopment of former MTAs bring specific types of challenges to stakeholders.

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Factors affecting brownfield regeneration in post-socialist space: The case of the Czech Republic

Cited by 70 publications

References 26 publications

Territorial-Technical and Socio-Economic Aspects of Successful Brownfield Regeneration: A Case Study of the Liberec Region (Czech Republic)

Territorial-Technical and Socio-Economic Aspects of Successful Brownfield Regeneration: A Case Study of the Liberec Region (Czech Republic)

Categorization of Impact of the Selected Variables for Potential Brownfield Regeneration in the Czech Republic by Means of Correspondence Analysis

Re-development of a former military training area—The case of Brdy told from a local actors’ perspective

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