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The Impact of Light Rail Transit on Urban Development in Dubai, UAE

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Independent Researcher, Al Ain P.O. Box 15551, United Arab Emirates
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Architectural Engineering Department, College of Engineering, United Arab Emirates University, Al Ain P.O. Box 15551, United Arab Emirates
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Sustainability 2024, 16(17), 7705; https://doi.org/10.3390/su16177705
Submission received: 25 June 2024 / Revised: 23 August 2024 / Accepted: 29 August 2024 / Published: 5 September 2024

Abstract

Over the last two decades, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has experienced significant urban growth, prompting the Dubai Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) to advocate for sustainable transport solutions. This led to the implementation of the Light Rail Transit (LRT) to address urban mobility, environmental sustainability, and energy efficiency. Dubai has strategically prioritized infrastructure and transportation network expansion to support its rapid development. This paper aims to examine the critical role of the LRT system, particularly the metro and tramway, in steering Dubai towards sustainability. Metro and tramway systems offer crucial high-capacity public transport, enhance connectivity, stimulate economic growth, and contribute to a sustainable environment. The study assesses the transformative impact of the Dubai Metro on urban development, focusing on key stations like Jabal Ali, Al-Barsha First, and Business Bay. Using qualitative research methods, including GIS, spatial maps, interviews, case studies, and land use investigations, the research analyzes population density, connectivity, accessibility, and urban land use patterns around these stations. Results indicate a positive impact of the Dubai Metro on both commercial and residential land use, improved connectivity, and enhanced accessibility, reinforcing its role in cultivating a sustainable urban environment.
Keywords: sustainable transportation; light rail transit; urban development; Dubai Metro sustainable transportation; light rail transit; urban development; Dubai Metro

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Alefari, D.; Dar Saleh, A.; Haggag, M. The Impact of Light Rail Transit on Urban Development in Dubai, UAE. Sustainability 2024, 16, 7705. https://doi.org/10.3390/su16177705

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Alefari D, Dar Saleh A, Haggag M. The Impact of Light Rail Transit on Urban Development in Dubai, UAE. Sustainability. 2024; 16(17):7705. https://doi.org/10.3390/su16177705

Chicago/Turabian Style

Alefari, Dhabia, Abeer Dar Saleh, and Mahmoud Haggag. 2024. "The Impact of Light Rail Transit on Urban Development in Dubai, UAE" Sustainability 16, no. 17: 7705. https://doi.org/10.3390/su16177705

APA Style

Alefari, D., Dar Saleh, A., & Haggag, M. (2024). The Impact of Light Rail Transit on Urban Development in Dubai, UAE. Sustainability, 16(17), 7705. https://doi.org/10.3390/su16177705

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