ABSTRACT
A human settlements approach is a key conceptual instrument for the (development) process, and indeed it has been said that national planning through strategies for settlements is a means of humanizing and socializing the whole development process. The human settlements approach sees man in its totality—in work, in play, at home; and in relationship with nature and the environment. Its objective is to ensure the spread of development efforts—the quality of life—to the people. The major components are to promote productivity, through spatial considerations, and public service delivery systems, for human welfare.
