Ecology, Environment and Conservation Paper

ANALYSIS ON URBAN SPACE DESIGN CRITERIA (CASE STUDY: MUSI RIVER SIDE SETTLEMENT), INDONESIA

Tutur Lussetyowati, Edy Sutriyono, Ridhah Taqwa and Widya Fransiska F. Anwar

Abstract

Musi riverside settlement in Palembang has a unique characteristic because most of the people activities take place above the wetland. As a traditional settlement, this settlement grew naturally, without changed the natural environment. In traditional settlements, the development of urban fabric is unplanned and/or spontaneous. Urban spaces in this area are important in structuring the city, especially to set up zoning regulation. The research question is what are the design criteria in setting zoning regulation for the riverside settlement related to the natural condition and the local people need both physical and non-physical needs? The research method is case study method includes field observation and interview with residents. The analysis uses Analysis Hierarchy Process (AHP). The element that will be analyzed is the urban space that includes land use, building mass, circulation and open space. By using AHP will be visible where the criteria are a priority in setting zoning regulation for riverside settlement. This process will be undertaken in stages by considering many factors. Results of the analysis showed some elements of the vector priorities that need to be considered.