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Since the end of World War II, green belts have been implemented in many cities worldwide. Their utility and efficacy have been highly debated for the next half-century. Despite all green belts having peculiar origins and morphological characters, commonalities can be found in how the notion of a green belt has evolved in urban design and planning history. This paper dives into the green belt’s ontological dimensions and the changes in the narratives behind its proposal and support. The study begins with defining a green belt in contrast to partially overlapping terms such as greenways and parkways. Then, the paper delves into the cases of Ottawa, Helsinki and Astana, which are selected as a revelatory example of the changing historical narratives.
| Keywords | Green Belt; Planning Theory; Ottawa; Astana; Helsinki |
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| Best Congress Paper Award | Yes |
