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FORMOSA NEWS - Bandung - Road Width Evaluation in Bandung
Cultural Heritage Areas Highlights Balance Between Mobility and Preservation. These
findings were revealed in research by Ina Revayanti from Universitas
Winaya Mukti, published in the Formosa Journal of Applied Sciences in 2026.
The study highlights how rapid urban development affects spatial planning and
road infrastructure in Bandung’s historic districts. Many roads in cultural
heritage areas have dimensions that differ from the planned building setback
and road line regulations in the city’s spatial planning documents. As a
result, policy evaluation is needed to ensure that urban development remains
aligned with the protection of historic buildings.
Background: Urban Growth and Challenges in Cultural Heritage Preservation
Population growth and the increasing attractiveness of cities as centers of economic activity and tourism have driven significant changes in land use within urban areas. In many major cities, including Bandung, these changes often create pressure on urban space and infrastructure. Bandung is known as one of Indonesia’s cities with a significant number of cultural heritage areas, particularly in locations such as Braga Street and Asia-Afrika Street. These areas were developed during the Dutch colonial period and feature relatively narrow road structures, creating unique challenges for modern transportation development. On one hand, cities require sufficiently wide roads to support smooth traffic flow. On the other hand, road widening cannot be implemented arbitrarily because many historic buildings are protected by law and cannot be demolished. Therefore, evaluating road width planning becomes an important step to ensure that urban development continues while maintaining historical preservation and the city’s identity.
Research Method
This study used a qualitative descriptive method to analyze road sections in the cultural heritage areas of Bandung.
Data collection was conducted through two main survey methods:
- Primary survey, through direct field observations to examine the physical condition of roads and surrounding buildings.
- Secondary survey, through the review of city planning documents, regulations, and literature related to spatial planning and cultural heritage preservation.
In addition, the study utilized Geographic
Information System (GIS) technology to analyze the compatibility between
actual field conditions and the road boundary plans in Bandung’s spatial
planning documents.
The analytical methods used include:
- Plan line analysis to evaluate road widening plans.
- Superimpose methods to compare multiple spatial planning maps.
- Topological mapping analysis within the geographic information system.
This approach enables researchers to identify
more accurately the relationship between road dimensions, the location of
cultural heritage buildings, and urban spatial planning policies.
Key Research Findings
The study revealed several important findings regarding road conditions in Bandung’s cultural heritage areas.
Key Research Findings
The study revealed several important findings regarding road conditions in Bandung’s cultural heritage areas.
Several heritage locations do not match the
planned road line
The research found that several cultural
heritage buildings are located in positions that do not fully align with the
road boundary plans specified in Bandung’s spatial planning documents.
This inconsistency mainly occurs in:
- The planned road width (rumija).
- The building setback line (GSB).
These findings indicate that the existing
spatial planning framework needs to be reviewed to better accommodate the
presence of historic buildings.
Many heritage buildings cannot be relocated or demolished
Most cultural heritage buildings in Bandung fall into Group A heritage classification, which means the buildings are strictly protected and cannot be demolished. Buildings in this category must be preserved entirely, including their main structure and architectural characteristics. If severe damage occurs, reconstruction must maintain the original form of the building. This condition creates challenges for road widening projects in certain areas, as such plans may conflict with cultural heritage preservation policies.
Cultural heritage areas require spatial policy adjustments
The analysis suggests that several road
sections in Bandung’s cultural heritage areas require adjustments to the city’s
spatial planning framework.These adjustments aim to:
- Preserve historic buildings.
- Maintain smooth vehicle mobility.
- Improve pedestrian facilities.
- Support the development of historical tourism areas.
Through this approach, urban development can
continue without sacrificing the historical value of the city’s heritage
districts.
Implications for Urban Planning
The study provides several important recommendations for urban spatial planning in Bandung. First, the city government should review road line plans in cultural heritage areas to better match existing historic building conditions. Second, urban development policies must consider a balance between transportation mobility and cultural heritage preservation. Third, cultural heritage districts can be developed as historical tourism areas and creative economic hubs, allowing the areas to remain active while preserving their historical character. The research also emphasizes that preserving historic buildings is not only a cultural effort but also an important component of sustainable urban development strategies.
Author Profile
The study provides several important recommendations for urban spatial planning in Bandung. First, the city government should review road line plans in cultural heritage areas to better match existing historic building conditions. Second, urban development policies must consider a balance between transportation mobility and cultural heritage preservation. Third, cultural heritage districts can be developed as historical tourism areas and creative economic hubs, allowing the areas to remain active while preserving their historical character. The research also emphasizes that preserving historic buildings is not only a cultural effort but also an important component of sustainable urban development strategies.
Author Profile
Ina Revayanti is an academic from Universitas Winaya
Mukti whose research focuses on urban and regional planning, urban spatial
management, and the preservation of historic areas.
Her studies often explore tourism area development, spatial planning evaluation, and improving urban environmental quality through sustainable planning approaches.
Her studies often explore tourism area development, spatial planning evaluation, and improving urban environmental quality through sustainable planning approaches.
Source
Ina Revayanti. The Evaluation of Roads
Width on Cultural Heritage Area's Street Sections in Bandung City. Formosa Journal of Applied Sciences (FJAS), Vol. 5 No. 2, Page 717-736.
2026.
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