Regional Analysis and Diagnosis

Abstract

This chapter presents the current situation of the south-central area of Sierra Calderona from an environmental, cultural, social, urban and economic perspective. In this context, a number of topics have been defined that, through a systematic, proactive and cross-sectional approach, are intended to establish a solid base from which to propose both objectives and strategies for the sustainable development of the municipalities located in that region. The list of topics include: natural environment, agriculture and livestock farming, urban environment and well-being, infrastructures and mobility, cultural heritage, tourism and public use, landscape and territorial models, regional sustainability, socio-demography and local economy. The whole procedure of analysis and diagnosis was supported by a public consultation process, involving both residents and visitors, in which participants were asked to indicate the major problems and opportunities they perceive in the above-mentioned thematic areas. Within the addressed thematic areas, the Plan focused on the aspects most relevant for the socio-economic and sustainable development of the five municipalities covered by the Sierra Calderona Strategic Plan (Serra, Náquera, Olocau, Marines and Gátova).