Quiz for Case Study Assessment Social ESG in Urban Planning

Background
The City Council has approved the Kampung Harmoni Urban Rejuvenation Project, transforming a 40-hectare ageing residential area into a mixed-use development.
The proposed project includes:

• High-rise residential apartments

• Commercial retail complex

• Transit-oriented development (TOD)

• Public park

• Green infrastructure

• Smart mobility system

The project aims to attract investment and increase land value while supporting sustainable urban development.
However, concerns have emerged from local communities regarding:

• Rising housing prices

• Potential displacement of low-income households

• Loss of community identity

• Accessibility for elderly and disabled residents

• Reduction of affordable public spaces

The local authority has requested an ESG-based Social Impact Assessment (SIA) before granting final planning approval.

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Existing Site Conditions

Indicator	Existing Situation
Population	5,200 residents
Low-income households (B40)	68%
Elderly (>65 years)	18%
Children (<15 years)	24%
Persons with Disabilities (PWD)	4%
Affordable housing	82%
Public transport	One bus route
Public park	Small neighbourhood park
Walking distance to clinic	1.8 km
Walking distance to fresh market	2.2 km

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Proposed Development

Component	Proposal
Luxury apartments	2,500 units
Affordable housing	300 units
Shopping mall	Yes
TOD station	Yes
Green park	12 hectares
Community centre	Removed
Hawker centre	Relocated
Existing residents relocated	1,900 households

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Community Feedback (SIA Survey)
Residents identified the following concerns:

Issue	Percentage of respondents
Fear of displacement	82%
Housing affordability	77%
Loss of social network	69%
Insufficient affordable housing	75%
Lack of child-friendly spaces	48%
Poor elderly accessibility	53%
Increased living cost	81%

 

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Scenario
You have been appointed by the Local Authority as an Urban ESG Consultant to evaluate the proposed Kampung Harmoni Urban Rejuvenation Project.
The redevelopment includes:

• High-rise residential apartments

• Commercial retail complex

• Transit-Oriented Development (TOD)

• Public park

• Green infrastructure

• Smart mobility system

Although the project aims to promote sustainable development and attract investment, concerns have been raised regarding the displacement of low-income residents, affordability, accessibility and social inclusion.
 
Evaluate the project from the perspective of the Social (S) Pillar of ESG.