Informal production of urban space in the periphery of La Plata: comparison of logics-trends in three neighborhoods (period 2004-2024)
This article conducts a comparative analysis of the production of informal urban space and expansion logics in three peripheral neighborhoods of La Plata, with the aim of identifying similarities, differences, and factors shaping their trajectories. Methodologically, it adopts an explanatory–compara...
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I48-R154-article-87962025-12-30T21:13:43Z Informal production of urban space in the periphery of La Plata: comparison of logics-trends in three neighborhoods (period 2004-2024) Producción informal del espacio urbano en la periferia platense: comparación de lógicas-tendencias en tres barrios (período 2004-2024) Rodriguez Tarducci, Rocio Alessio , Agustín Cortizo , Daniela Frediani , Julieta Urban informality urban peripheries urban expansion socio-urban integration Informalidad urbana periferias urbanas expansión urbana integración socio-urbana This article conducts a comparative analysis of the production of informal urban space and expansion logics in three peripheral neighborhoods of La Plata, with the aim of identifying similarities, differences, and factors shaping their trajectories. Methodologically, it adopts an explanatory–comparative design with a mixed-methods approach: fieldwork (observation, interviews), photo-reading and interpretation of satellite imagery, and the production of thematic cartography. The findings reveal differentiated modes of land occupation (occupation of residual industrial land, block-by-block expansion, and dispersed settlement); heterogeneous degrees of consolidation, with progressive densification and variable community organization; persistent deficits in infrastructure and basic services; and growth patterns conditioned by land availability, accessibility, and political-regulatory frameworks. Finally, the article discusses implications for socio-urban integration policies, providing evidence to inform planning and management in contemporary Argentine urban peripheries. El presente artículo examina comparativamente la producción del espacio urbano informal y las lógicas de expansión en tres barrios periféricos de La Plata con el propósito de identificar similitudes, diferencias y factores condicionantes de sus trayectorias. Metodológicamente se adoptó un diseño explicativo-comparativo con enfoque mixto: trabajo de campo (observación, entrevistas), foto lectura e interpretación de imágenes satelitales y elaboración de cartografía temática. Los resultados ponen en evidencia modos de ocupación diferenciados (toma sobre remanentes industriales, expansión por manzanas y poblamiento disperso); grados de consolidación heterogéneos, con densificación progresiva y organización comunitaria variable; déficits persistentes de infraestructura y servicios básicos; y patrones de crecimiento condicionados por disponibilidad de suelo, accesibilidad y marcos político-normativos. Por último, se analizan implicancias para políticas de integración socio-urbana aportando insumos para la planificación y gestión en periferias urbanas contemporáneas argentinas. Instituto de Geografía (IGUNNE) 2025-12-30 info:eu-repo/semantics/article info:eu-repo/semantics/publishedVersion application/pdf https://revistas.unne.edu.ar/index.php/geo/article/view/8796 10.30972/geo.22448796 Geográfica digital; Vol. 22 No. 44 (2025); 128-145 Geográfica digital; Vol. 22 Núm. 44 (2025); 128-145 Geográfica digital; v. 22 n. 44 (2025); 128-145 1668-5180 spa https://revistas.unne.edu.ar/index.php/geo/article/view/8796/8808 Derechos de autor 2025 Geográfica digital http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0 |
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Urban informality urban peripheries urban expansion socio-urban integration Informalidad urbana periferias urbanas expansión urbana integración socio-urbana Rodriguez Tarducci, Rocio Alessio , Agustín Cortizo , Daniela Frediani , Julieta Informal production of urban space in the periphery of La Plata: comparison of logics-trends in three neighborhoods (period 2004-2024) |
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Urban informality urban peripheries urban expansion socio-urban integration Informalidad urbana periferias urbanas expansión urbana integración socio-urbana |
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Rodriguez Tarducci, Rocio Alessio , Agustín Cortizo , Daniela Frediani , Julieta |
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Rodriguez Tarducci, Rocio Alessio , Agustín Cortizo , Daniela Frediani , Julieta |
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Informal production of urban space in the periphery of La Plata: comparison of logics-trends in three neighborhoods (period 2004-2024) |
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Informal production of urban space in the periphery of La Plata: comparison of logics-trends in three neighborhoods (period 2004-2024) |
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Informal production of urban space in the periphery of La Plata: comparison of logics-trends in three neighborhoods (period 2004-2024) |
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Informal production of urban space in the periphery of La Plata: comparison of logics-trends in three neighborhoods (period 2004-2024) |
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Informal production of urban space in the periphery of La Plata: comparison of logics-trends in three neighborhoods (period 2004-2024) |
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informal production of urban space in the periphery of la plata: comparison of logics-trends in three neighborhoods (period 2004-2024) |
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This article conducts a comparative analysis of the production of informal urban space and expansion logics in three peripheral neighborhoods of La Plata, with the aim of identifying similarities, differences, and factors shaping their trajectories. Methodologically, it adopts an explanatory–comparative design with a mixed-methods approach: fieldwork (observation, interviews), photo-reading and interpretation of satellite imagery, and the production of thematic cartography. The findings reveal differentiated modes of land occupation (occupation of residual industrial land, block-by-block expansion, and dispersed settlement); heterogeneous degrees of consolidation, with progressive densification and variable community organization; persistent deficits in infrastructure and basic services; and growth patterns conditioned by land availability, accessibility, and political-regulatory frameworks. Finally, the article discusses implications for socio-urban integration policies, providing evidence to inform planning and management in contemporary Argentine urban peripheries. |
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