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An overview of the state of urban resilience in Iran

Nabi Moradpour (Department of Human Geography, Faculty of Geography, University of Tehran, Tehran, Iran)
Ahmad Pourahmad (Department of Human Geography, Faculty of Geography, University of Tehran, Tehran, Iran)
Hossein Hataminejad (Department of Human Geography, Faculty of Geography, University of Tehran, Tehran, Iran)
Keramatollah Ziari (Department of Human Geography, Faculty of Geography, University of Tehran, Tehran, Iran)
Ayyoob Sharifi (Graduate School of Humanities and Social Sciences, Network for Education and Research on Peace and Sustainability (NERPS), and Center for Peaceful and Sustainable Futures (CEPEAS), Hiroshima University, Higashihiroshima, Japan)

International Journal of Disaster Resilience in the Built Environment

ISSN: 1759-5908

Article publication date: 31 May 2022

Issue publication date: 21 March 2023

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Abstract

Purpose

In Iran, the frequent occurrence of disasters has always been a major problem. In recent decades, disasters have created considerable challenges, especially in cities. Hence, understanding the levels of urban resilience (UR) and planning for addressing vulnerabilities plays a key role in the era of increasing risks and uncertainties. The present study aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the state of resilience of Iranian cities.

Design/methodology/approach

A systematic literature review method was used to determine how resilient Iranian cities are. To find relevant studies, the authors searched Iranian and international databases such as Scopus, ScienceDirect, SID and Magiran. There was no restriction on the inclusion date, meaning that all papers published up until September 16, 2021 were considered for inclusion. The PRISMA framework was used for literature search and selection and, finally, 153 studies focused on 52 cities of Iran were selected for the systematic review.

Findings

In general, the results showed that the level of resilience was low in Iranian cities. Also, informal settlements, worn-out urban fabrics and the central parts of cities showed lower resilience than other parts.

Originality/value

The results of the study can be used to inform municipal authorities, urban planners and non-governmental organizations of the actions that need to be taken to enhance the resilience of Iranian cities.

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Acknowledgements

Conflict of interest: The authors have no conflicts of interest to declare that they are relevant to the content of this study.

Citation

Moradpour, N., Pourahmad, A., Hataminejad, H., Ziari, K. and Sharifi, A. (2023), "An overview of the state of urban resilience in Iran", International Journal of Disaster Resilience in the Built Environment, Vol. 14 No. 2, pp. 154-184. https://doi.org/10.1108/IJDRBE-01-2022-0001

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Emerald Publishing Limited

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