Základy územního plánování – Maňas Jan (2025)

The publication "Fundamentals of Spatial Planning" is intended for anyone who wants to navigate the issues of planning and land development — from architecture, urbanism, geography, and construction students, to public administration workers, and experts involved in environmental creation and management. The book systematically presents the basic principles of spatial planning, its tools, goals, and connections to other areas such as landscape planning, transportation, technical infrastructure, nature conservation, and economic development.
The text of the book emphasizes that spatial planning is not a static field – it evolves over time, reflects changing societal needs, and responds to current challenges such as climate change, urbanization, or pressure for sustainable development. It also explains how approaches to planning change in relation to the legislative framework, political decisions, and the transformation of societal values.
The book connects theoretical knowledge with practical examples and illustrative visuals in a readable and accessible manner. It reflects current legal regulations as well as the historical development of the field and highlights the importance of public participation, interdisciplinary collaboration, and long-term thinking in the creation of planning documents. Thus, it serves not only as...