Impact of legislative precision in the management of the Casbah

Legislative precision significantly impacts the preservation of Algiers' historic Casbah, but enforcement challenges persist. The study reveals that while Algerian Law n°98–04 and the PPSMVSS framework have clarified heritage management roles and introduced new protection tools, their application has faced delays due to contradictions between legal provisions and conservation plans. These inconsistencies have contributed to the ongoing degradation of the site. The research analyzes these discrepancies to identify root causes and proposes actionable solutions for Algerian authorities to improve preservation outcomes.

Hadji, F., Aslan, Z., Bougherira, Q., & Mushtaha, E. (2023). Impact of legislative precision in the management of the Casbah. Built Heritage, 7(1). https://doi.org/10.1186/s43238-023-00088-y