AHP and TOPSIS as methods assessing the attractiveness of urban parks: The case of Lodz, Poland Cover Image

AHP and TOPSIS as methods assessing the attractiveness of urban parks: The case of Lodz, Poland
AHP and TOPSIS as methods assessing the attractiveness of urban parks: The case of Lodz, Poland

Author(s): Marcin Feltynowski, Agnieszka Rzeńca, Piotr Rzeńca, Wiktor Wróblewski
Subject(s): Social Sciences, Rural and urban sociology
Published by: Wydawnictwo Uniwersytetu Łódzkiego
Keywords: urban parks;park attractiveness;urban amenities;the AHP and TOPSIS methods

Summary/Abstract: Urban parks are significant elements that improve the quality of life in built-up areas. This research aims to identify the most attractive park in Lodz, Poland, using a set of assessment indicators. In our opinion, the decision-making process in assessing the attractiveness of urban parks may be assisted by Multiple Criteria Decision Analysis (MCDA). Two methods were chosen from the MCDA group, namely the Analytic Hierarchy Process (AHP) and the Technique for Order Preference by Similarity to Ideal Solution (TOPSIS). The research shows that the proposed methods reveal which park needs support and calls for investment.

  • Issue Year: 30/2023
  • Issue No: 1
  • Page Range: 145-169
  • Page Count: 25
  • Language: English