Suitability of land use for functions area in Tawangmangu sub-district year 2023

Abstract The increase in population has an impact on increasing demand for land to meet living needs. This condition triggers changes in land use that are oriented towards meeting living needs. Land use should be adjusted to the main function of the area so that development does not have a negative impact on the environment. This research aims to analyze the suitability of land use for functions area in Tawangmangu Sub-District in 2023. This research uses a quantitative descriptive approach with a scoring method. Data collection in this research was carried out by observation, document analysis and image interpretation. The research results show that 3208.09 Ha (45.8%) of land in Tawangmangu Sub-District has land use that is not in accordance with the function of the area. There are 917.66 Ha (30.76%) of protected areas whose existing land uses are settlements, rice fields, moorlands, gardens and shrubs. The findings in this research can be used as material for consideration by the government in formulating spatial planning policies related to sustainable development in Tawangmangu Sub-District.