Sustainable Waterfront Development approach for Revitalization of Settlements in Heritage Area (Study Case: Kampung Arab Al-Munawar, Palembang)

Abstract

The waterfront area of Palembang City is a cultural heritage area and is a strategic area whose development is prioritized. The Musi River, as a transportation route and entrance to trade, has resulted in the formation of ethnic migrant settlements on the banks of the river, one of which is ethnic Arabs. Kampung Arab Al-Munawar area is one of the oldest Arab villages located on the banks of the Musi river which has eight cultural heritage buildings. However, unfortunately this Arab village is faced with problems of residential density, informal buildings which cause slums, areas prone to flooding, lack of green open space, inadequate facilities and infrastructure which causes poor environmental quality and has an impact on reducing the quality of life. community. The aim of this research is to determine efforts to improve the quality of the physical and non-physical environment (social and economic) using a Sustainable Waterfront Development approach.