A Study on Impact of Planning for Walkable Cities for Sustainable Development in Sultanate of Oman

This paper aims to study the economic impacts that walkable cities would have in the future, with a special focus on Muscat city in the Sultanate of Oman. It further explains how urban walkability will increase business opportunities and local property values while improving public health. This includes comprehensive planning guidelines and investment in public transportation. The methodology of the research includes both quantitative and qualitative data analysis. A detailed focused interview was conducted with an architect with urban planning experience and an employee working in Yiti sustainable city project. Respondents also included select convenient sample of 25 residents of Muscat to obtain their feedback on the impact of a walkable city on economic growth and urban liveability in the region. The paper emphasises that walkability not only enhances economic growth and environmental sustainability but also improves the quality of urban life. It means that in a city like Muscat, proactivity in urban planning and community engagement is important in order to transform Muscat into a more walkable, vibrant, and sustainable city.