bypolitikk
Bypolitikk, or urban policy, is the set of strategies and measures that municipalities use to shape the growth, structure and livability of cities and urban regions. It covers land use, housing, transport, economy, environment, culture and social inclusion. Although primarily implemented at the local level, bypolitikk interacts with regional and national policies and funding, and is iterative as cities respond to demographic and economic changes.
Core objectives include creating accessible housing, efficient and sustainable transport, compact and mixed-use development, climate resilience,
Tools and institutions: master plans or areal plans, zoning decisions, building permits, and development agreements. Financial
Challenges include housing affordability, urban sprawl versus densification, segregation, traffic and congestion, and aligning local goals