Analyzing the relationship between street hierarchy and land use functions in Dire Dawa City, Ethiopia

ABSTRACT

This study delves into the correlation between street width and land use patterns in Dire Dawa, Ethiopia, analyzing their relationship across various developmental stages, including organic and planned areas. Employing a mixed-methods case study approach, the research identifies four land use categories and examines their association with street width. Results highlight the nuanced connection between street hierarchy and land use intensity, influenced by the city’s morphological period and urban planning interventions. The findings underscore the importance of tailored land use policies that accommodate both formal and informal developments, emphasizing the necessity for further research.

KEYWORDS:

• Street width
• land use patterns
• urban planning
• land use policy
• Ethiopia