A Study on Parking Situation and Parking Reform Potential in Luang Prabang, Lao People’s Democratic Republic

抄録

Transport planning or strategies can be a "carrot and stick" approach. They can enhance the quality of sustainable transport modes while reducing the quality of non-sustainable transport through congestion fees, road pricing, and parking fees. In Southeast Asian countries, the vehicle ownership rate has been increasing annually, and one of the main reasons for this is likely the lack of a ‘stick' approach. This study focused on Luang Prabang city in the Lao People's Democratic Republic. As part of the project outcomes by the Japan International Cooperation Agency, the study included practical findings on parking reform. In conclusion, this study suggests implementing policies or regulations on maximum parking requirements and a parking fee scale for all types of parking to move towards a less reliant motorised city. Additionally, not only were policies and regulations established, but feasible enforcement is necessary in the context of Luang Prabang.