Spatial analysis and urban land use planning in Dogonbadan (Gachsaran)

One of the important problems in the urban development process in the world has been land use and planning for urban sustainability. Considering this important issue، this study investigates spatial analysis and urban land use planning in Dogonbadan. This research is applied- analytical and by applying land extension index and Hensen model intends to study and plan urban land use in this city. Urban land extension index was calculated to be 53. 12 percentages that shows the extensive physical development of Dogonbadan city. The result of using Hensen model show that maximum development potential belongs to the zone 7 and 5. In the end of 2011 that population of Dogonbadan reaches to 07640 (38550 increase in population)، we require1315. 92 hectare (805. 42 in current state and 510. 50 hectare in the end of planning year) physical spaces for building various types of uses.