Exploring Urban Expansions in Alexandria City to Meet Sustainable Development Goals

Alexandria city remains a vibrant and dynamic metropolis, and the construction of new residential compounds and urban clusters has driven significant urban expansions in Alexandria. The purpose of this paper is to examine the challenges and opportunities of rapid growth and explore the urban expansions to meet the city's long-term sustainability. This research will investigate the extent to which these new urban extensions in Alexandria align with the principles of SDG 11, which focuses on sustainable cities and communities. This research aims to develop comprehensive assessment criteria to evaluate the sustainability of urban extensions in Alexandria City. By analyzing the extent to which these extensions integrate the principles of SDG 11, this study will provide valuable insights for future urban development in the region and the new expansion that has changed the urban morphology in Alexandria. This research employs a mixed-method approach, combining quantitative and qualitative data analyses. The study will focus on key indicators derived from SDG 11, including: urban planning and management, access to safe, affordable, and adequate housing, access to basic services, reducing the environmental impact and finally building inclusive, safe, resilient, and sustainable communities. Furthermore, the study will incorporate the City Prosperity Index (CPI) developed by UN-Habitat as a comparative framework for assessing the overall sustainability of the new extensions. The findings of this research will culminate in the development of robust assessment criteria for evaluating the sustainability of future urban extensions in Alexandria City. These criteria will serve as a valuable tool for urban planners, developers, and policymakers to ensure that future growth aligns with the principles of sustainable development, leading to improved quality of life for all residents.