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9. Assessments

The chapter discusses disaster recovery and the importance of a comprehensive assessment process in reducing disaster risks, particularly in low and middle-income countries. It explores various methodologies of assessments, including global and specific case studies, the significance of strategic spatial planning, and the need for effective legislation related to disaster risk reduction. Challenges faced in the implementation of disaster risk strategies are also highlighted, emphasizing the necessity of coordination among stakeholders and the integration of disaster management within urban planning.

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Sections

  • 1

    Disaster Recovery And Build Back Better

    This section discusses methods and assessments in disaster recovery and strategies for building resilient infrastructures.

  • 2

    Assessments

    This section discusses the various assessments conducted for disaster recovery and building back better, focusing on methodologies, strengths and weaknesses of the evaluation process.

  • 2.1

    Global Assessment Report On Disaster Risk Reduction

    This section discusses the Global Assessment Report on disaster risk reduction, focusing on methodologies and key insights from assessments conducted in low and middle-income countries.

  • 2.2

    Location And Design Approaches

    This section discusses location and design approaches in disaster risk reduction, highlighting methodologies, assessments, and their significance in urban planning.

  • 2.3

    Methodology Of The Assessment

    This section discusses the methodologies used for conducting assessments in disaster recovery and the significance of strategic planning in reducing disaster risks.

  • 3

    Case Studies

    This section explores various assessments and methodologies towards disaster recovery and better planning, focusing on global and local approaches.

  • 3.1

    Case Study From Turkey

    This section examines disaster recovery assessments in Turkey, focusing on methodologies and findings from notable case studies following significant earthquakes.

  • 3.2

    Case Study From Namibia

    This section covers the assessment methodologies of disaster recovery, highlighting a case study from Namibia that emphasizes informal settlement preparedness.

  • 3.3

    Case Study From Argentina

    This section provides an overview of a case study from Argentina that examines the relationship between disaster risk and urban planning.

  • 3.4

    Case Study From Iran

    This section explores various disaster recovery assessments, focusing on methodologies and outcomes, with a particular emphasis on disaster risk reduction in low and middle-income countries.

  • 4

    Planning And Land Management

    This section focuses on disaster recovery assessments and emphasizes the importance of planning and land management in reducing disaster risks, particularly in low and middle-income countries.

  • 4.1

    Regulations For Buildings And Disaster-Resistant Construction

    This section explores the regulations and strategic planning necessary for disaster-resistant construction, focusing on assessments and methodologies that address disaster risk reduction.

  • 4.2

    Legislation And Local Adaptation

    This section discusses the importance of disaster risk reduction (DRR) legislation and its adaptation to local contexts, focusing on the challenges and methodologies in different countries.

  • 4.3

    Implementation Challenges

    This section discusses the various challenges faced in disaster recovery assessments and implementation strategies, specifically focusing on methodologies used and their efficacy in reducing disaster risks.

  • 5

    Regional Planning And Multi-Stakeholder Perspectives

    This section discusses the significance of assessments in disaster recovery, emphasizing methodologies, challenges, and the importance of multi-stakeholder perspectives.

  • 5.1

    Importance Of Regional Level Planning

    Regional level planning is essential for reducing disaster risks by considering the broader ecosystem and coordinating development efforts.

  • 5.2

    Challenges In Multi-Stakeholder Engagement

    This section addresses the complexities of engaging multiple stakeholders in disaster recovery and the diverse challenges involved.

  • 5.3

    Traditional Separation Of Departments

    This section discusses the traditional separation of disaster management departments from urban planning, emphasizing the need for better integration in disaster risk reduction efforts.

  • 6

    Reducing Disaster Risk In Informal Settlements

    This section focuses on methods for reducing disaster risks in informal settlements, emphasizing land use planning, building design, and the integration of local cultures and realities in disaster risk reduction strategies.

  • 6.1

    Targeting The Poor Living On The Edge

    This section discusses the significance of targeted disaster risk reduction strategies for the impoverished populations living in vulnerable environments.

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