Brownfields in the Slovak Republic – the current status and a process model of their revitalization

Milan Douša; Darina Koreňová; Jana Džunová

doi:10.31648/aspal.10312

Published: 2025-07-25

Vol. 24 No. 2 (2025)

Brownfields in the Slovak Republic – the current status and a process model of their revitalization

Milan Douša , Darina Koreňová , Jana Džunová

Acta Scientiarum Polonorum Administratio Locorum

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https://doi.org/10.31648/aspal.10312

Abstract

Motives: The current trend in the European Union is the ‘densification of cities’. This means that attempts are being made to use built-up areas that are abandoned, dilapidated, or not fit for purpose for new investment projects, with the aim of not expanding cities and not developing green spaces. Brownfield sites are ideal in this respect because they do not serve their original purpose and their transformation does not require the use of new land. Decontamination and revitalization of such areas must be ensured where necessary.

Aim: The aim of this study was to identify the status of degraded areas in different Slovak regions and to develop a process model for their revitalization. The research included an analysis of a brownfield database, the use of indicators of biodiversity status and protection, a literature review, a relational comparison, and a focused interview with city representatives.

Results: The results of this study provide new valuable insights into the current status of degraded sites in Slovakia, which may subsequently contribute to the regeneration of urban areas and the improvement of urban life.

Keywords:

sustainable development, urbanization, revitalization, brownfields, regions, Slovak Republic

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Douša, M., Koreňová, D., & Džunová, J. (2025). Brownfields in the Slovak Republic – the current status and a process model of their revitalization. Acta Scientiarum Polonorum Administratio Locorum, 24(2), 187–199. https://doi.org/10.31648/aspal.10312

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Milan Douša

milan.dousa@upjs.sk

Affiliation:

Pavol Jozef Šafárik University in Košice, Košice Slovakia

Darina Koreňová

Affiliation:

Pavol Jozef Šafárik University in Košice, Košice, Slovakia Slovakia

Jana Džunová

Affiliation:

Pavol Jozef Šafárik University in Košice, Košice Slovakia