Why did we take up the subject of multilocality?
The subject matter results from the observation of changes that occur in the spatial behavior of the population and the ways of living. They are rooted in changing lifestyles and work styles, accompanied by the development of telecommunications technologies and faster means of transport, but are also closely related to the reduction in the number of affordable housing, the rising cost of living in cities or a spatially concentrated labour market. Nowadays, our spatial behaviour is further modified by the Covid-19 pandemic.
What would we like to investigate in the project?
The first objective of the project is to assess the advancement of the phenomenon of multi-local housing and the socio-spatial effects associated with multi-local living practices.
The second goal is to identify in some way the problem of multi-local housing is perceived by representatives of local authorities.
The aim of the methodological nature is to evaluate empirical research methods and propose the most appropriate approach for Polish research.
The practical goal is to determine what tools are available to municipalities to respond to the phenomenon of multilocality.
How are we going to achieve our goals?
The proposed project assumes an exploratory approach and openness to successively acquired data. We do not yet have data that could be used for analysis and we have to create our own database.
In order to achieve the set goals, the information obtained in two ways is analyzed:
1. from multi-local residents (based on surveys and geobiographical interviews);
2. from municipalities that will be selected for the study (based on statistical, spatial, geolocation data or information exchange platforms, expert interviews and own field research).
The proposed research assumes the use of both quantitative and qualitative methods.
What are the expected effects of the project?
The project will first bring cognitive results. It will allow for:
1. deepening knowledge about the types and spatial patterns of behavior of multi-local residents, which take into account changes in time and mutual relations between places of residence;
2. Understanding the socio-spatial effects of multilocality and the factors contributing to or limiting the development of multilocality.
In addition, we will gain knowledge about how local authorities react to this phenomenon and whether there are tools that allow municipalities to respond to the challenge of temporary residence of residents.
The project is to lead to the proposal of initial solutions, in accordance with the principles of sustainable development, dynamically adapting to the changing demand for services over time.
Research carried out as part of the Sonata-17 project funded by the National Science Centre
(UMO-2021/43/D/HS4/00153) from 2022 to 2025
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