Quality Assessment of Urban Green Parks – A Case of Kathmandu Metropolitan City

Abstract

Urban green spaces play a crucial role in enhancing the urban living experience, extending beyond their visual appeal. These spaces serve as vital components in fostering community well-being and addressing complex challenges associated with rapid urbanization, pollution, and urban expansion. The research's primary goal was to create a comprehensive tool for evaluating the quality of urban green parks. Employing a mixed-method approach, the study conducted an in-depth literature review to identify key dimensions and corresponding indicators essential for a thorough assessment of urban green park quality. And also survey was carried out on three prominent parks in Kathmandu Metropolitan City namely Balaju Park, Ratna Park, and Shankha Park. The subsequent calculation of quality scores aimed to offer valuable insights into the overall quality of these urban green spaces.