Study of the urban resilience of District II of the city of Managua 2024

Abstract

The imperative of urban resilience highlights the need for a paradigm shift in urban planning and development. Instead of focusing on short-term gains and economic growth, cities must prioritize sustainability, equity, and long-termresilience. District II of the city of Managua is an important sector for the city, with physical-natural, ecological, and urban characteristics that make it attractive for the application of this study. In the absence of a specific methodology to providea numerical assessment, but considering the extensive foundation on the topic, an exploratory proposal was developed focusing on evaluating urban resilience using five key variables: Urban Equipment, Green Areas and Open Spaces, Infrastructure and Basic Services, Land Use, and Urban Ecology, aiming to measure how these areas can adapt and recover from adverse events. The results suggest that the sector currently has intermediate urban resilience, with strengths in some components, while highlighting the need to adopt a holistic approach that integrates urban planning, infrastructure development, and community participation, with a focus on creating a more resilient and sustainable urban environment.