What can plan data tell about planning in Denmark?

Abstract

The Danish digital planning register, plandata.dk, has emerged as an important resource for anyone involved in planning. Danish plan data offer insights into planning over the past 17 years and even further back. However, systematic evaluation of planning using this data is seldom conducted. The analysis of nationwide plan data can complement case studies on planning and offer perspectives on planning trends, such as the objectives of our planning efforts, the methods employed, and the overarching themes shaping our plans. Additionally, it can shed light on the effectiveness of our plans. This paper explores analysis possibilities in light of specific examples.