Evaluation of “Intelligent Utilization Scenarios with Historic Urban Landscape Approach” in the Wetland City of Bandar-e Khamir

The rapid development in historical cities and the increasing complexity of urban functions in recent decades have led to significant changes in the historical areas of cities and have posed challenges to the balance between conservation and development. Following a shift in the contemporary approach to intervening in the historical urban fabric, UNESCO adopted a recommendation in 2011 regarding the “historic urban landscape” approach for the conservation of the heritage of historical cities. The “historic urban landscape” is an urban area that is the product of the historical layering of culture, values, and natural features among historical centers. In the approach to the historic urban landscape, the first step is to comprehensively understand the various dimensions of the city and the tangible and intangible values that have shaped it over time. This approach, by safeguarding the values, authenticity, and integrity of the city within its current structure, prevents unchecked development and creates a modern link between the past and present of the city with an emphasis on the role of the community in urban life. Conservation based on the historic urban landscape approach is responsive to the city’s continuity and dynamism. By considering the layers that express the significance of the historical city and respecting and paying attention to its urban context, conservation becomes a catalyst for more effective development, leading to sustainable changes in the city. Given the current challenges in managing historical cities in Iran, including the conflict between conservation and development at various levels, adopting this approach is of great importance in the conservation and management of historical cities in Iran. Considering the importance of the historic urban landscape approach in urban interventions, the present study aims to evaluate and examine implemented examples and the current state of the city of Bandar Khamir, a coastal wetland city. The research also provides the assessment of urban management measures in Khamir city based on the definition of historic urban landscape. The research method is qualitative, and the data collection methods include library research and field study.