skipulagið
Skipulagið is the Icelandic term for the planning process in spatial and urban contexts. It describes how land, water, and other resources are organized and regulated to support housing, infrastructure, commerce, and public services. The term encompasses national, regional, and municipal planning efforts, including strategic plans, zoning, and master plans.
Etymology: Skipulagið derives from Icelandic words meaning to arrange or lay out and to plan. In use,
Scope and components: Key elements include land-use planning, zoning regulations, environmental protection, transportation and utilities planning,
Governance and process: Planning is carried out by municipalities within national legal frameworks, with oversight and
History and notes: Icelandic planning evolved amid urban growth and environmental concerns in the late 20th