Utilization of Green Open Space on the Boulevard City of Manado

Abstract

The purpose of this study is to find out how Green Open Space Utilization on the Manado City Boulevard Area and what are the inhibiting factors, especially in Godbless Park. This study uses qualitative methods; the data were collected through observation, documentation, and interviews. Based on the results of the study, the city park that should be shaped as green space (green field), equipped with recreational facilities, playgrounds (children / toddlers), flower gardens, special parks (for the elderly), limited sports facilities, and sports complexes have not been realized well and maximally. By the Minister of Public Works Regulation No. 5 of 2008 concerning Guidelines for Provision and Use of Green Open Space in Urban Areas. Utilization of Green Open Space on the Boulevard City of Manado Area, especially Godbless Park was found to experience uncertainty in its development and found a shift in land function, namely the physical building was found to be more dominantly built on the land than the green area.