Date of Award
Spring 2025
Document Type
Thesis
Submission Date
May 2025
Degree Name
Master of Urban and Regional Planning (MURP)
Department
Urban and Regional Planning
Abstract
This thesis explores the transition from disaster recovery to adaptation planning in the wake of extreme climatic events, with a specific focus on housing resilience. It examines the key factors influencing successful adaptation planning and how innovative strategies can contribute to sustainable and equitable communities. The study focuses on Abaco, The Bahamas, a region devastated by Hurricane Dorian in 2019, where recovery remains ongoing, and hurricane threats persist. Given the vulnerability of The Bahamas’ low-lying geography, it is crucial to implement adaptive planning measures that consider both the physical impact of hurricanes and the need for strategic housing allocation. By integrating spatial data and vulnerability assessments, this research highlights how informed decision-making can support policy recommendations for collaborative governance and sustainable rebuilding practices. Ultimately, the goal is to enhance community resilience and long-term climate adaptation in hurricane-prone regions.
Thesis/Dissertation Advisor [Chair]
Diana Mitsova
Recommended Citation
Young, Chia, "HURRICANE DAMAGE IN THE BAHAMAS: LEVERAGING SPATIAL ANALYSIS TO INFORM ADAPTIVE MEASURES FOR HOUSING RESILIENCY" (2025). Electronic Theses and Dissertations. 9.
https://digitalcommons.fau.edu/etd_general/9