Includes bibliographical references (pages 249-280) and index.

An historic review of citizen involvement in planning -- Citizens and the planning system -- Human computer interaction, planning & participation -- Digital and participatory design -- Citizen uses of social media -- Participation through app development -- Digital gaming as inclusive participation -- Responsive digital engagement -- Effective citizen participation.

"Digital Participatory Planning outlines developments in the field of digital planning and designs and trials a range of technologies, from the use of apps and digital gaming through to social media, to examine how accessible and effective these new methods are. It critically discusses urban planning, democracy, and computing technology literature, and sets out case studies on design and deployment. It assesses whether digital technology offers an opportunity for the public to engage with urban change, to enhance public understanding and the quality of citizen participation, and to improve the proactive possibilities of urban planning more generally. The authors present an exciting alternative story of citizen engagement in urban planning through the reimagination of participation that will be of interest to students, researchers, and professionals engaged with a digital future for people and planning"-- Provided by publisher.