byggðarstefnu
Byggðarstefnu is an Icelandic term that translates to "settlement policy" or "regional development policy." It refers to the strategies and measures employed by governments and local authorities to influence where people live and work within a country. This can encompass a wide range of initiatives aimed at promoting balanced regional growth, preventing over-concentration in urban areas, and supporting the vitality of rural or less populated regions.
The objectives of byggðarstefnu can include economic development, ensuring access to essential services like healthcare and
In Iceland, where the population is concentrated in a few urban centers, byggðarstefnu has historically been