Conserving historic urban cores in Iran

Iran's management of historic urban cores, including UNESCO World Heritage Sites like Yazd, is characterized by a centralized and top-down approach that has only recently begun to incorporate participatory elements. The study reveals inefficiencies in the interrelationships among specialized agencies with full operational autonomy, highlighting persistent challenges such as informality, unclear land ownership, high poverty rates, and substandard building quality. By analyzing the legal framework and institutional dynamics, the research underscores the need for more coordinated and inclusive heritage management strategies to address these issues effectively.

Amirtahmasebi, R., & Izadi, M. (2019). Conserving historic urban cores in Iran. The Routledge Handbook on Historic Urban Landscapes in the Asia-Pacific, 579–597. https://doi.org/10.4324/9780429486470-34