In the OpenCity Bengaluru Design Jam on BBMP, our team analysed and debated the bylaws and zoning rules governing civic amenities, parks and open spaces in the city. As a diverse group of spatial thinkers and design creatives, we sought to understand what liveability meant for citizens navigating the urban landscape, and how building and zoning laws address our needs and the city’s densifying future. Urbanisation is transforming cities worldwide, significantly impacting the quality of life both socio-economically and environmentally. In democratic societies, livability crises affect and are affected by the different levels of urban growth and how cities are…
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Lakshmi Menon is a Senior Analyst at CSTEP, specialising in urban climate action and sustainable built environments. With over 8 years of experience, she focuses on capacity building, urban resilience, and nature-based solutions for climate adaptation, aiming to enhance livability and empower local governments in climate planning.