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Aims In light of the physical expansion of Bushehr city, this study aims to evaluate the alignment of Bushehr’s growth pattern with the multicore growth model. Methodology The research, conducted in 2024, utilized both quantitative and qualitative approaches in Bushehr. Data was gathered through semi-structured interviews and questionnaires. The primary focus of the questionnaire was to assess the key factors influencing the city’s expansion and its structural condition. A total of 30 urban planning experts were selected for interviews using purposive sampling, and their responses were analyzed through coding, leading to the identification of key themes for questionnaire development. The questionnaire was divided into three sections to evaluate the city’s structural status, factors influencing Bushehr’s growth, and the compatibility of its growth elements with a multicore model. The reliability of the questionnaire was confirmed with a Cronbach’s alpha of 0.88. The data was analyzed using the grey ranking method. Findings Bushehr’s growth pattern aligns with the multicore model. Among the essential elements of multicore growth, the presence of residential clusters at various locations received the highest rank, while the existence of dormitory suburbs on the outskirts of the city ranked fifth, with the lowest score. Overall, the assessment indicated that the city’s multicore growth elements are in favorable condition. Conclusion Bushehr is characterized by a multicore growth pattern, with natural constraints such as the sea and marshlands on one side, and military zones on the other, contributing to the dispersion of residential cores in the northern, southwestern, and southeastern parts of the city. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR] |
