Evaluation and Analysis of Integrated Urban Management Tools of Historical Texture of Shiraz Metropolis

The aims of the present study were 1) to investigate and analyze the tools of urban management that affects the integrated management of the historical texture of Shiraz City and 2) the effects and role of each of these tools, such as organizations, rules and regulations, financial resources, infrastructures of information, and human resources, on urban management of this part of Shiraz metropolis. The research method used in this study is descriptive-analytical. Furthermore, required data was extracted through field study and library research techniques. The research instruments were interview and questionnaire, which was distributed through the snowball method among the statistical population. Statistical analysis of the data was also done through SPSS, Amos Graphic and Smart PLS software using the Variance- and Covariance-Based Structural Equation Modeling (CB-SEM). The findings of this research show that the mean score of variables in the current situation is lower than the average. The results of the structural equation also illustrate that all urban management tools have direct effects on the integrity of the historical texture of Shiraz city. In this regard, the role of organizational and legal agents is more significant than other tools. To realize integrated urban management in the historical texture of Shiraz metropolis, all urban management tools should be improved and enhances. In particular, the gap of existing laws should be resolved and inter-institutional co-operation should be strengthened, furthermore, information and information infrastructures such as Web GIS and SDI should be improved and then be used to facilitate purpose of interest.