The Role of Open Space in Human Settlement Development in the Tamale Metropolis of Northern Ghana

Most parts of the world are rapidly urbanizing. In sub-Saharan Africa, towns urbanizing at a faster pace than earlier predicted. Also, large portions rural settings have been gradually moving towards urbanization. The Tamale Metropolis has rated as fastest-growing metropolis in Sub-Saharan Africa. City planning and concerns about need for open-space creation major challenge due to poor adherence standards building codes. This study was conducted assess role open space human settlement development Metropolis. sampled views 157 residents who stay closed community spaces five suburbs metropolis. Key informant interviews were also with officials from Town Country Planning Department. revealed that most spend leisure by taking walk neighborhood or idling outdoor spaces. majority had knowledge institutional land administration. often led non-adherence regulations this affects Common among is appreciation importance results encroachment. Department should institute sanctions stringent measures deter offenders. public seminars be used educate on adhere Lastly, recommends strong collaboration between various institutions engaged administration facilitate effective provision preservation quality