Inclusiveness in the revitalization of industrial areas using the example of the Chaika microdistrict in the city of Rivne

Abstract

This article presents the importance of integrating the principles of inclusion at all stages of planning and implementing projects for revitalization of neglected, in particular, post-industrial urban production areas. The current Ukrainian regulatory framework in the field of inclusion is analyzed, in particular the requirements of state building codes, as well as current political initiatives, in particular the National Strategy for Creating a Barrier-Free Space by 2030.

The authors analyze the principles of inclusion in the urban context, highlight the Ukrainian regulatory and legal basis for creating a barrier-free environment, as well as the experience of applying the principles of universal design, spatial accessibility, and social justice in revitalization practice.

The study provides examples of practical implementation of an inclusive approach in the revitalization of urban areas in Ukraine (Lviv, Kyiv) and abroad (Canada, Great Britain), which allows us to identify universal indicators of inclusiveness, such as: physical accessibility, functional flexibility, participatory nature and preservation of cultural identity. The authors also identify key challenges, including the fragmentation of approaches, the lack of mandatory social impact analysis, and formalized public discussion. The article formulates a number of recommendations for adapting an inclusive approach to Ukrainian realities, in particular through regulatory consolidation of participation procedures, development of institutional support mechanisms, and financial incentives for the implementation of universal design.