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4.2 Multi-functionality

In designing restoration projects for urban rivers and lakes, it is important to aim for multi-functional schemes. Multi-functional schemes contribute to the achievement of multiple benefits for different sectors, and are thus in a better position to raise different funding sources and enhance cooperation between different actors in the governance setting.

Multi-functional urban restoration measures are seen as win-win measures that help deliver synergies, e.g. to implement different policies such as the WFD, Floods Directive and Habitats Directive. Except for the strong links of restoration with flood risk management, it is additionally important to create spaces that allow experiencing nature. Such win-win restoration measures can easier gain public and political acceptance and secure multiple sources of (co-)funding.