Source of tools

Name of the tool
Indicators for Spatial Planning

Where is tool available from
Stadtplanungsamt Graz Europaplatz 20, 8011 Graz, Austria
Heinz Rosmann Tel: ++43 316 872 4700 Heinz.rosmann@stadt.graz.at
Robert Wiener Tel: ++43 316 872 4713 Robert.wiener@stadt.graz.at

When was the tool produced
The indicator set has developed over time and is continuously updated. A set of additional criteria has been added (a excel-based checklist) and tested on three test areas, though this checklist is not part of the routine work yet.

Is support provided
There is a chance to get a personal consultation what regards public information.

Organisation/s that developed the tool and country of origin
Several topic-related indicators have been developed from different sources/institutions:
• Land use planning - the spatial planning unit Graz
• Climate – University of Graz
• Ecological indicators – Joanneum Research, Graz
• Spatial mission statement – University of Vienna

Is the tool newly developed or based on an exisiting tool
The criteria are in use and will be updated according to the needs. Recent examples of updates are habitat maps.

Cost of the full tool
There are no costs attached.