Economic Valuation of Urban Heritage : Modelling an Integrative Framework Based on Sustainability Principles

In response to the increasing complexity of urban heritage management, this study proposes an analytical framework that integrates sustainability theory with multicriteria approaches to economic valuation. A systematic and integrative literature review was conducted, drawing on over sixty documented international case studies. These cases reveal dominant methodological trends, their application contexts, and the strengths and limitations of the valuation tools employed. The critical analysis distinguishes classical monetary approaches from more systemic methods that incorporate social, cultural, and environmental dimensions. The proposed method is characterized by its adaptability to complex heritage urban contexts.