Authors : Kitosi Paulo; Mwipopo David

Volume/Issue : Volume 8 - 2023, Issue 4 - April

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Abstract : This paper has provided descriptive information on the link between Streetscape elements or the physical characteristics of streets found within the streets in Central Business District (CBD).Livelihood activities on various streets types including Commercial, Institutional and Mixed-use streets within CBD have been linked with the existing streetscape respectively. From three streets under the study, the streetscape elements that were used to study the link between Streetscape elements and livelihood activities include the paved walkways, drainage channels, advertisement boards, trash receptacles, streetlights, street trees, signage, traffic lights, bollards, fence, parking, facades, road mark and bus stop. The methodology includes the use of case study research approach, and data was collected using literatures, official interviews, inventory and interview with street users.The research findings indicate that there is strong relationship between streetscape elements and livelihood activities establishments and operation within inner urban streets from time to time. Despite strong relationship represented on the study findings, still the extent has also been different from one element to the other with street pedestrian walkways being on the lead.

Keywords : Streetscape Elements, Livelihood Activities, Inner Cities.