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Vol. 4 No. 1 (2026): In Progress

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EISSN: 2759-0410

Aims and Scope
Urban Planning and Construction is a journal dedicated to the study and advancement of urban planning and construction practices. Its main objective is to disseminate research, knowledge, and innovative ideas related to urban planning, design, development, and construction.The journal seeks to provide a platform for researchers, practitioners, and policymakers to contribute and exchange ideas on various aspects of urban planning and construction.

The scope of the Urban Planning and Construction includes, but is not limited to:

  • Urban development planning
  • Transportation planning
  • Housing and infrastructure development
  • Environmental sustainability
  • Urban design
  • Land use planning
  • Construction management

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Recent Developments in Urban Wastewater Management—Insights, Recommendations, and Future Perspectives

Madhu Kushwaha, Dr. Hridayesh Varma, Anshul Jain


2026, 05 :1-11 DOI: https://doi.org/10.55121/upc.v4i1.1085

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Rapid population growth and intensified human activities such as mining operations, industrial discharge, ore smelting, fossil fuel combustion—particularly coal—along with the agricultural use of arsenic-contaminated water, pesticides, herbicides, and fertilizers have significantly compromised freshwater resources intended for human use. Urban wastewater is characterized by the presence of numerou... more
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The Geographies and the Temporal Trends/Dynamics of Urban Sprawl in a Suburban Area

Ananda Y. Karunarathna, Guwani Erangi Kavirathna


2026, 05 :12-32 DOI: https://doi.org/10.55121/upc.v4i1.1128

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Urban sprawl refers to the expansion of cities towards the countryside, associated with developed infrastructure facilities and transportation networks. Thus, this study aims to analyze the geospatial patterns/dynamics of the urban sprawl, examine the temporal patterns/dynamics of the urban sprawl, and investigate the causative factors of the urban sprawl in the Homagama Divisional Secretariat Div... more
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Urban Expansion, Green Infrastructure Decline, and Windstorm Vulnerability in Bauchi: Mapping, Matrix, and Correlation Analyses

Mubina Auwal Muallim, Mohammed Abdulkadir, Rasheed Osuolale Oladosu, Kamil Muhammad Kafi, Luka Fitto Buba, Abdulkadir Aliyu


2026, 05 :33-48 DOI: https://doi.org/10.55121/upc.v4i1.1158

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Rapid urbanization across the Global South has led to a substantial decline in urban vegetation, increasing the exposure of cities to climate-related hazards. In Sub-Saharan Africa, this trend has heightened vulnerability to extreme weather events, particularly windstorms. Bauchi, a fast-growing city in Nigeria, has recently experienced severe and recurring windstorm damage, raising concerns about... more
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Assessment of the Applicability of Green Building Rating System in Mitigating Impacts of Building Projects

Bidemi Funmilola Olukoya Olukoya, Peter Oluwapelumi Ipadeola, Nwora Valentine Ngwoke, Samuel Oludare Omojola, Fola Oluwatimilehin Olaoye, Akeem Bolaji Wahab


2026, 05 :49-67 DOI: https://doi.org/10.55121/upc.v4i1.1130

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The study examined Green Building Rating System (GBRS) in use for building projects in Lagos State, Nigeria. The data for the study were collected from primary and secondary sources on the strengths and weaknesses, criteria of assessment, and the required criteria for enhancing their applicability to the Nigerian local context from the identified twelve (12) certified green building projects. Out ... more
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An Empirical Study of Customer and Service Quality at Jinnah International Airport Using Yeh’s Satisfaction Model

Muneeba Zubair, Saima Kalwar, Muhammad Yousif Mangi, Unzila Abeer


2026, 05 :68-80 DOI: https://doi.org/10.55121/upc.v4i1.101938

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Service quality is a key determinant of passengers’ experience and satisfaction at airports, directly influencing perceptions of efficiency, comfort, and overall travel quality. This study evaluates airport service quality and customer satisfaction at Jinnah International Airport, Karachi, using Yeh’s Satisfaction Index Model. The research is based on primary data collected through structured ques... more
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