الگوی ارزیابی میزان زیست پیاده مداری در واحدهای همسایگی مطالعه موردی: مادی نیاصرم، کلان‌شهر اصفهان

ABSTRACT
The growth of urbanization, increased density, and car-oriented development have led to a decline in the quality of life within cities. In response, various theories have been proposed to achieve urban sustainability, among which the concept of livability stands out as one of the most comprehensive. This study integrates the theories of livability and pedestrianism to introduce a novel framework titled the “Pedestrianism Livable Pattern” aimed at assessing the quality of life in neighborhood units. The research is fundamentally developmental in nature, employing a descriptive-analytical approach. Methodologically, it combines both qualitative and quantitative techniques within a correlational framework. The qualitative phase includes literature review and document analysis, while the quantitative phase involves fieldwork, questionnaire distribution, and statistical analysis. The study population consists of residents living along the margins of the Madi Niasarm stream, from which 390 individuals were selected using Cochran’s formula to complete the questionnaire. Data were analyzed using structural equation modeling with the partial least squares (PLS) approach. Findings indicate that the Pedestrianism Livable Pattern can be examined through four dimensions: social, physical, environmental, and economic-managerial. Confirmatory factor analysis revealed a satisfactory model fit within the study area. Consequently, the proposed model applies to other urban spaces. Furthermore, the prioritization of planning components for full implementation of the model in the Madi Niasarm area includes, in order: urban self-sufficiency, public spaces, culture and education, public transportation, physical quality, environmental sustainability, social factors, managerial factors, urban landscape, safety and security, economic factors, and pedestrianism.
Extended Abstract
Introduction
Cities around the world today face numerous problems, including pollution, resource depletion, species extinction, class differences, poor housing, insecurity, and economic issues, all of which were previously absent and have led to their destruction, erosion, and unlivability. The presence of cars has led to a decrease in the presence of citizens in public spaces and a lack of attention to pedestrians. It has transformed a city designed for human use into one dominated by cars. The main question that arises is how to make cities more livable and environmentally healthier. In order to achieve sustainability, various theories have been proposed, the most comprehensive of which is the livability theory. The current study combines theories of livability and pedestrianization to introduce a new tool called "Pedestrianism Livable Pattern" for assessing neighborhood unit quality of life. Therefore, the objectives of the present study are primarily to combine the two theories of livability and pedestrianization and to present indicators of the Pedestrianism Livable Pattern. Then, the presented models will be examined in the margin area of Niasarm, and finally, the development strategies of the studied area will be presented based on the defined model.
 
Methodology
The study is of a fundamental-developmental type, employing a descriptive-analytical approach that combines quantitative and qualitative methods. It is a correlational type, utilizing library studies and document reviews in the qualitative part, and field methods, questionnaire completion, and statistical analysis in the quantitative part. The research population includes citizens living in the margin of Niasarm, from whom 390 people were selected to complete the questionnaire based on the Cochran formula. The collected data were analyzed using the structural equation modeling method with the partial least squares approach.
 
Results and discussion
The Pedestrianism Livable Pattern was examined through four social, physical, environmental, and eco-managerial models in the area. The results of confirmatory factor analysis showed that the defined model has a good fit in the area.
The use of structural equation modeling allowed for a comprehensive study of the issue, providing a suitable opportunity for comprehensive planning and determining priorities for future programs based on assigned importance. Components that are ranked higher are of greater importance and should be at the forefront of planning and policymaking. Considering these priorities will enable greater success in a shorter time, and if the plan is fully implemented, it can be used as an implementation model for other axes.
 
Conclusion
The network of Madies in Isfahan city, characterized by its linear nature, favorable climatic conditions, and desirable vegetation, presents a suitable option for serving as a pedestrian walkway for both residents and tourists, as well as creating a space for citizens to enjoy leisure activities. In the present study, we investigated the feasibility of implementing a Pedestrianism Livable Pattern in the Niasarm area of the streets and evaluated this area in terms of the level of defined indicators.
Based on the results, the presented model can be used in other urban spaces. Also, the planning priorities for the full realization of the model in the physical area of Niasarm include the development of public spaces, urban self-reliance, culture and education, public transportation, environmental sustainability, physical quality, social factors, management factors, pedestrianization, urban landscape, safety and security, and economic factors, respectively.
 
Funding
There is no funding support.
 
Authors’ Contribution
All of the authors approved thecontent of the manuscript and agreed on all aspects of the work declaration of competing interest none.
 
Conflict of Interest
Authors declared no conflict of interest.
 
Acknowledgments
 We are grateful to all the scientific consultants of this paper.