Relationships between Residential Distribution and Urban Development of Bangkok, 2002–2022
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The article aims to (1) explore housing development in Bangkok, and (2) analyze the relationships between residential distribution and urban development of Bangkok during 2002–2022. This documentary research collected data from the National Housing Authority, Real Estate Information Center, Government Housing Bank, and the Urban Planning and Development Office. Data was analyzed through the creation of distribution maps and development charts. The results show that the relationships between residential distribution and urban development can be shown from the rate of increase in the quantity and density of residential units by location. The increasing number of residential units has spread out from the city center, while the density of residential units is still concentrated in the center and inner suburbs. The distribution was divided into horizontal residential units distributed along main roads in the suburbs, while vertical residential units were clearly distributed along the BTS and MRT routes. This research shows that housing is related to the urban development of Bangkok as an important urban area, but there is still a lack of integrated planning from both the public and private sectors. Therefore, a housing plan should be included in the Town Planning Act to set guidelines for urban development, improve housing situations, and create an inclusive city.
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