As part of the empirical planning science, this article integrates theory, empirical findings
and policy. It first deals with the question how to reach a theoretically well-grounded and …

way in which this targeting is carried out. The resulting map of 'assisted areas' defines the
geographical focus for the application of policy instruments (such as financial incentives), as …

This article stems from the discrepancy between the lack of attention paid to industrial land
policy by academics and the predominant thought among elected representatives and …

In the international literature and discussions on land management, Dutch land policy is
often presented as a special case, sometimes even as a role model for other countries …

Implementation of spatial policy involves intervention in the land market. In the Netherlands
local government also acts as a land developer. Due to an increase in activities in the land …

Examines the main points of the Spatial Memorandum established by the Dutch government
covering the main frame works for the country's spatial development before going on to …

A large share of urban land is dedicated to commercial and industrial activities. While this is
considered key for economic development, the contribution of such areas to urban …

In June 2005, referenda in France and the Netherlands brought the European Union into a
crisis, a severe crisis. The subsequent quarrel over the European budget poured additional …

The purpose of this paper is to develop the concept of a housing market area, thereby
provide insights into our understanding of the sub-regional structures of the housing system …

In the discourse on European integration from the mid 1960s until the beginning of the
1990s, rural space and rurality have been traditionally associated with the Common …