Coasian approaches to urban development: Establishing responsibilities and enhancing cooperation in urban governance

Małgorzata Barbara HavelChair of Spatial Planning and Environmental Sciences, Warsaw University of Technology, Sina ShahabSchool of Geography and Planning, Cardiff University, Magdalena ZałęcznaDepartment of Investment and Real Estate, University of Lodz

Planning Theory

Published online on February 05, 2026

Abstract

Planning Theory, Ahead of Print.
In contexts of high transaction costs and unclear property rights, urban planning may benefit from Coasian principles. This paper examines how such principles can clarify actors’ responsibilities and foster cooperation in market-oriented planning systems. ...