Exploring the Influencing Factors and Governance Strategies of Nail Households' Relocation Willingness Under the Background of Deepening Urban Governance: a Case Study of Beijing
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Nail Households, Relocation Willingness, Influencing Factors, Urban Governance, Governance Strategies.Abstract
This article explores in depth the multiple influencing factors of the relocation intention and governance strategies of "nail households" in the context of deepening urban governance in Beijing. As a complex social phenomenon emerging in the rapid urbanization process of Chinese cities, the issue of "nail households" involves multiple levels of interweaving and influence. Personal factors, such as differences in values and age, economic factors such as the reasonableness of compensation amounts, political and legal issues such as policy deficiencies, as well as social and environmental factors, especially the deep-rooted community culture, are intertwined and work together to profoundly affect the relocation decisions of "nail households". To address this issue, the government needs to improve relevant policies and regulations, focus on raising compensation standards, and continuously optimize relocation services. Solving the "nail family" problem requires sustained efforts from various aspects such as the government, society, and individuals. Future research can further draw on international experience and continuously improve governance levels, in order to seek a balance between urban development and protection of residents' rights, and achieve harmonious coexistence and development of cities.
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