ISO 37111:2024
(Main)Sustainable cities and communities — Urban settlements — Guidance for a flexible approach to phased implementation of ISO 37101
Sustainable cities and communities — Urban settlements — Guidance for a flexible approach to phased implementation of ISO 37101
This document provides guidance for a more flexible implementation of ISO 37101. This can be appropriate for smaller urban settlements or those dominated by a specialised function. Others can be starting on their journey of maturing sustainability from a very low-level base, or aim to explore sustainable development in a gradual, phased way due to limited resources. Some will want to rapidly initiate action that will have an immediate impact to demonstrate value and stimulate wider support. It provides practical toolkits to achieve implementation (e.g. policies and economic incentives, technical tools, and self-assessment checklists). This document applies to urban settlements of any composition and type.
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Contents Page
Foreword .iv
Introduction .v
1 Scope . 1
2 Normative references . 1
3 Terms and definitions . 1
4 Aspects and characteristics of urban settlements . 2
4.1 General .2
4.2 Implementing ISO 37101 in urban settlements .3
4.3 Considering progressive implementation of ISO 37101 .3
5 Context of the organization . 4
5.1 Understanding the organization and its context .4
5.2 Identifying the organization .4
5.3 Identifying interested parties and engaging collaboration and participation of all.5
6 Tools and methods to support the implementation . 6
6.1 General .6
6.2 Tool and method 1 — Building and promoting shared vision locally .7
6.3 Tool and method 2 — Organizing workshops by engaging interested parties.8
6.4 Tool and method 3 — Readiness — Getting prepared to initiate the process .9
6.5 Tool and method 4 — Conducting capability review .10
6.6 Tool and method 5 — Identifying and adjusting a roadmap with interim objectives or
milestones .10
6.6.1 Roadmap .10
6.6.2 Interim objectives .11
6.6.3 Milestones . 12
6.7 Tool and method 6 — Adopting a risk management approach . 12
6.8 Tool and method 7 — Specific plans, public policies and incentives . 13
6.8.1 Specific planning . 13
6.8.2 Use of public policies and incentives .14
6.9 Tool and method 8 — Using action plans with tasks for responsible actioners . 15
6.10 Tool and method 9 — Using a KPI framework to drive implementation .16
6.11 Tool and method 10 — Monitoring, reporting and verification of progressing process . .17
6.11.1 General .17
6.11.2 Establishing evaluation models .17
6.11.3 Undertaking analysis and continuing improvement .18
6.11.4 Reporting .19
Annex A (informative) Examples of interim objectives that contribute to address the six
purposes provided in ISO 37101 and with an indication of the corresponding 17 UN SDGs .20
Annex B (informative) Tools and methods in ISO 37111 (this document) that contribute to the
five steps in ISO 37104 .23
Annex C (informative) Examples of a KPI framework for sustainable urban settlements .24
Annex D (informative) Examples of evaluation models .28
Bibliography .32
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Foreword
ISO (the International Organization for Standardization) is a worldwide federation of national standards
bodies (ISO member bodies). The work of preparing International Standards is normally carried out through
ISO technical committees. Each member body interested in a subject for which a technical committee
has been established has the right to be represented on that committee. International organizations,
governmental and non-governmental, in liaison with ISO, also take part in the work. ISO collaborates closely
with the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) on all matters of electrotechnical standardization.
The procedures used to develop this document and those intended for its further maintenance are described
in the ISO/IEC Directives, Part 1. In particular, the different approval criteria needed for different types of
ISO documents should be noted. This document was drafted in accordance with the editorial rules of the
ISO/IEC Directives, Part 2 (see www.iso.org/directives).
ISO draws attention to the possibility that the implementation of this document may involve the use of (a)
patent(s). ISO takes no position concerning the evidence, validity or applicability of any claimed patent
rights in respect thereof. As of the date of publication of this document, ISO had not received notice of (a)
patent(s) which may be required to implement this document. However, implementers are cautioned that
this may not represent the latest information, which may be obtained from the patent database available at
www.iso.org/patents. ISO shall not be held responsible for identifying any or all such patent rights.
Any trade name used in this document is information given for the convenience of users and does not
constitute an endorsement.
For an explanation of the voluntary nature of standards, the meaning of ISO specific terms and expressions
related to conformity assessment, as well as information about ISO's adherence to the World Trade
Organization (WTO) principles in the Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT), see www.iso.org/iso/foreword.html.
This document was prepared by Technical Committee ISO/TC 268, Sustainable cities and communities.
Any feedback or questions on this document should be directed to the user’s national standards body. A
complete listing of these bodies can be found at www.iso.org/members.html.
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Introduction
ISO 37101 establishes a management system for the sustainable development of cities and communities. It
aims to be applicable to all urban settlements of any size and characteristics. However, it is considered that
the context, size and characteristics of certain urban settlements are sufficiently different for there to be a
need for additional guidance to facilitate a more flexible and appropriate implementation of ISO 37101. This
document provides relevant guidance, tools and methodologies to allow for these specific circumstances
and, more generally, to also facilitate the initial stages of sustainable development, or a planned phased
implementation, of ISO 37101, where this is needed.
The definition of “urban settlements” is not simple, as it depends on many interdependent factors. Some of
them relate, for example, to the size of the settlement’s population in relation to a region’s wider geography,
or how the administrative units are organised in a local or national context. The term also has varying
designations in different languages, that are not always equivalent. For the purposes of this document,
we will mainly be referring to urban settlements that are relatively small in size compared to big cities or
metropolitan areas. We will also include subdivisions of a city, such as neighbourhoods, boroughs or urban
districts. Specialised urban settlements can, for example, include urban settlements based around ports or
harbours, railway junctions, market towns, a single specialised industry such as mining or steel-making,
tourism centres, administrative, ecclesiastical or educational (e.g. university) centres. These often do not
have the full range of functions and services normally associated with a large city.
The specialised or smaller urban settlements we are considering will typically still have a certain level of
administrative autonomy in decision-making. This includes the ability to independently manage resources,
such as having control over a budget.
In spite of the diversity of characteristics of urban settlements, the range of problems in relation to
sustainability can be similar to those affecting large urban developments. However, the scale and intensity
of those problems can be less or be more focused, while the administrative or organizational unit will often
have access to proportionately less resource.
Given the complexity of sustainable development, the technical knowledge required to understand the wide
array of subjects involved should not always be available in smaller or more specialised urban settlements,
including in public administration. This can be one of the most significant challenges faced by specialised
or smaller urban settlements when engaging in the promotion of sustainable development and the
implementation of a full management system.
This document gives guidance for different types of urban settlements, some with specific functions, others
at different stages of sustainable development, to implement ISO 37101 flexibly and manageably. Different
histories, demographics, local industries, geographic locations, innovation skills and other distinctive
characteristics can be considered on a case-by-case basis, recognizing that each type of urban settlement
needs to develop in a way that reflects and enhances their unique characteristics and experiences. Their
distinguishing features, which underpin their attractiveness, quality of life, and social cohesion, will also
generate specific cross-cutting issues and encourage diversity.
In a specialised or smaller urban settlement, solutions and initiatives that promote sustainable development
need to be more focused and they eventually demand smaller but carefully targeted investment. These
smaller or specialised urban settlements can make a start and take small steps in sustainable development
through being creative, and using simple but accessible solutions, making more use of SMART processes and
methods (software) and relying on local people's knowle
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− Urban settlements − Guidance
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implementation of ISO 37101
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ISO/FDIS 37111:2024(en)
Contents Page
Foreword .iv
Introduction .v
1 Scope . 1
2 Normative references . 1
3 Terms and definitions . 1
4 Aspects and characteristics of urban settlements . 2
4.1 General .2
4.2 Implementing ISO 37101 in urban settlements .3
4.3 Considering progressive implementation of ISO 37101 .3
5 Context of the organization . 4
5.1 Understanding the organization and its context .4
5.2 Identifying the organization .4
5.3 Identifying interested parties and engaging collaboration and participation of all.5
6 Tools and methods to support the implementation . 6
6.1 General .6
6.2 Tool and method 1 — Building and promoting shared vision locally .7
6.3 Tool and method 2 — Organizing workshops by engaging interested parties.8
6.4 Tool and method 3 — Readiness — Getting prepared to initiate the process .9
6.5 Tool and method 4 — Conducting capability review .10
6.6 Tool and method 5 — Identifying and adjusting a roadmap with interim objectives or
milestones .10
6.6.1 Roadmap .10
6.6.2 Interim objectives .11
6.6.3 Milestones . 12
6.7 Tool and method 6 — Adopting a risk management approach . 12
6.8 Tool and method 7 — Specific plans, public policies and incentives . 13
6.8.1 Specific planning . 13
6.8.2 Use of public policies and incentives .14
6.9 Tool and method 8 — Using action plans with tasks for responsible actioners . 15
6.10 Tool and method 9 — Using a KPI framework to drive implementation .16
6.11 Tool and method 10 — Monitoring, reporting and verification of progressing process . .17
6.11.1 General .17
6.11.2 Establishing evaluation models .17
6.11.3 Undertaking analysis and continuing improvement .18
6.11.4 Reporting .19
Annex A (informative) Examples of interim objectives that contribute to address the six
purposes provided in ISO 37101 and with an indication of the corresponding 17 UN SDGs .20
Annex B (informative) Tools and methods in ISO 37111 (this document) that contribute to the
five steps in ISO 37104 .23
Annex C (informative) Examples of a KPI framework for sustainable urban settlements .24
Annex D (informative) Examples of evaluation models .28
Bibliography .32
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ISO/FDIS 37111:2024(en)
Foreword
ISO (the International Organization for Standardization) is a worldwide federation of national standards
bodies (ISO member bodies). The work of preparing International Standards is normally carried out through
ISO technical committees. Each member body interested in a subject for which a technical committee
has been established has the right to be represented on that committee. International organizations,
governmental and non-governmental, in liaison with ISO, also take part in the work. ISO collaborates closely
with the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) on all matters of electrotechnical standardization.
The procedures used to develop this document and those intended for its further maintenance are described
in the ISO/IEC Directives, Part 1. In particular, the different approval criteria needed for different types of
ISO documents should be noted. This document was drafted in accordance with the editorial rules of the
ISO/IEC Directives, Part 2 (see www.iso.org/directives).
ISO draws attention to the possibility that the implementation of this document may involve the use of (a)
patent(s). ISO takes no position concerning the evidence, validity or applicability of any claimed patent
rights in respect thereof. As of the date of publication of this document, ISO had not received notice of (a)
patent(s) which may be required to implement this document. However, implementers are cautioned that
this may not represent the latest information, which may be obtained from the patent database available at
www.iso.org/patents. ISO shall not be held responsible for identifying any or all such patent rights.
Any trade name used in this document is information given for the convenience of users and does not
constitute an endorsement.
For an explanation of the voluntary nature of standards, the meaning of ISO specific terms and expressions
related to conformity assessment, as well as information about ISO's adherence to the World Trade
Organization (WTO) principles in the Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT), see www.iso.org/iso/foreword.html.
This document was prepared by Technical Committee ISO/TC 268, Sustainable cities and communities.
Any feedback or questions on this document should be directed to the user’s national standards body. A
complete listing of these bodies can be found at www.iso.org/members.html.
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ISO/FDIS 37111:2024(en)
Introduction
ISO 37101 establishes a management system for the sustainable development of cities and communities. It
aims to be applicable to all urban settlements of any size and characteristics. However, it is considered that
the context, size and characteristics of certain urban settlements is sufficiently different for there to be a
need for additional guidance to facilitate a more flexible and appropriate implementation of ISO 37101. This
document provides relevant guidance, tools and methodologies to allow for these specific circumstances
and, more generally, to also facilitate the initial stages of sustainable development, or a planned phased
implementation, of ISO 37101, where this is needed.
The definition of “urban settlements” is not simple, as it depends on many interdependent factors. Some of
them relate, for example, to the size of the settlement’s population in relation to a region’s wider geography,
or how the administrative units are organised in a local or national context. The term also has varying
designations in different languages, that are not always equivalent. For the purposes of this document,
we will mainly be referring to urban settlements that are relatively small in size compared to big cities or
metropolitan areas. We will also include subdivisions of a city, such as neighbourhoods, boroughs or urban
districts. Specialised urban settlements can, for example, include urban settlements based around ports or
harbours, railway junctions, market towns, a single specialised industry such as mining or steel-making,
tourism centres, administrative, ecclesiastical or educational (e.g. university) centres. These often do not
have the full range of functions and services normally associated with a large city.
The specialised or smaller urban settlements we are considering will typically still have a certain level of
administrative autonomy in decision-making. This includes the ability to independently manage resources,
such as having control over a budget.
In spite of the diversity of characteristics of urban settlements, the range of problems in relation to
sustainability can be similar to those affecting large urban developments. However, the scale and intensity
of those problems might be less or be more focused, while the administrative or organisational unit will
often have access to proportionately less resource.
Given the complexity of sustainable development, the technical knowledge required to understand the wide
array of subjects involved should not always be available in smaller or more specialised urban settlements,
including in public administration. This can be one of t
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may be reproduced or utilized otherwise in any form or by any means, electronic or mechanical, including photocopying,
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ISO/FDIS 37111:2024(Een)
Foreword
ISO (the International Organization for Standardization) is a worldwide federation of national standards
bodies (ISO member bodies). The work of preparing International Standards is normally carried out through
ISO technical committees. Each member body interested in a subject for which a technical committee has been
established has the right to be represented on that committee. International organizations, governmental and
non-governmental, in liaison with ISO, also take part in the work. ISO collaborates closely with the
International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) on all matters of electrotechnical standardization. W
The procedures used to develop this document and those intended for its further maintenance are described
in the ISO/IEC Directives, Part 1. In particular, the different approval criteria needed for the different types of
ISO documentdocuments should be noted. This document was drafted in accordance with the editorial rules
of the ISO/IEC Directives, Part 2 (see www.iso.org/directives).
ISO draws attention to the possibility that the implementation of this document may involve the use of (a)
patent(s). ISO takes no position concerning the evidence, validity or applicability of any claimed patent rights
in respect thereof. As of the date of publication of this document, ISO had not received notice of (a) patent(s)
which may be required to implement this document. However, implementers are cautioned that this may not
represent the latest information, which may be obtained from the patent database available at
www.iso.org/patents.www.iso.org/patents. ISO shall not be held responsible for identifying any or all such
patent rights.
Any trade name used in this document is information given for the convenience of users and does not
constitute an endorsement.
For an explanation of the voluntary nature of standards, the meaning of ISO specific terms and expressions
related to conformity assessment, as well as information about ISO's adherence to the World Trade
Organization (WTO) principles in the Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT), see
www.iso.org/iso/foreword.htmlwww.iso.org/iso/foreword.html.
This document was prepared by Technical Committee ISO/TC 268, Sustainable cities and communities.
Any feedback or questions on this document should be directed to the user’s national standards body. A
complete listing of these bodies can be found at www.iso.org/members.html.
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ISO/FDIS 37111:2024(Een)
Introduction
ISO 37101 establishes a management system for the sustainable development of cities and communities. It is
applicable to urban settlements of any size and characteristicIt aims to be applicable to all urban settlements
of any size and characteristics. However, it is considered that the context, size and characteristics of certain
urban settlements is sufficiently different for there to be a need for additional guidance to facilitate a more
flexible and appropriate implementation of ISO 37101. This document provides relevant guidance, tools and
methodologies to allow for these specific circumstances and, more generally, to also facilitate the initial stages
of sustainable development, or a planned phased implementation, of ISO 37101, where this is needed.
However, it is perceived that the context of urban settlements has specificities and characteristics for which it
is useful to provide additional guidance for their implementation. In this way, this document provides
guidance, tools and methods to carry out specific activities and therefore facilitate the implementation of a
management system for sustainable development according to ISO 37101.
The definition of “urban settlements” is not simple, as it depends on severalmany interdependent factors,.
Some of them relate, for example, to, such as the relative size of the settlement’s population in relation to a
region, region’s wider geography, or how the administrative setup as to fit the units are organised in a local or
national context of each country and. The term also has severalvarying designations in severaldifferent
languages, that are not always equivalent. Even the dimension reference is relative, depending on the national
or regional context.
By considering For the purposes of this document, we will mainly be referring to urban settlements that are
relatively small in size compared to big cities or metropolitan areas. We will also include subdivisions of a city,
such as neighbourhoods, boroughs or urban districts. Specialised urban settlements, which imply in having
some level of administrative status and a certain degree of autonomy in decision can, for example, include
urban settlements based around ports or harbours, railway junctions, market towns, a single specialised
industry such as mining or steel-making, including own management of resources, such as having a budget.
tourism centres, administrative, ecclesiastical or educational (e.g. university) centres. These often do not have
the full range of functions and services normally associated with a large city.
Meanwhile, The specialised or smaller urban settlements we are considering will typically still have a certain
level of administrative autonomy in decision-making. This includes the ability to independently manage
resources, such as having control over a budget.
In spite of their greatthe diversity of characteristics of urban settlements, the dimensionrange of the problems
and aspects that affect Sustainable Development tends to be comparatively smaller than in the case of larger
cities. On the other hand, if the relation to sustainability can be similar to those affecting large urban
developments. However, the scale and intensity of thethose problems and impacts tends to be smaller, small
cities and communities often have might be less or be more focused, while the administrative or organisational
unit will often have access to proportionately more limited resourcesless resource.
Given the complexity of sustainable-Development-related issues, development, the technical knowledge and
related skills onrequired to understand the complexwide array of subjects that encompass the concept of
sustainable development are involved should not always be available in smaller or more specialised urban
settlements, including in public administration with responsibilities. This is sometimescan be one of the
biggest difficultiesmost significant challenges faced by specialised or smaller urban settlements when
engaging in the promotion of sustainable development and the implementation of thea full management
system.
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This document allowsgives guidance for a varietydifferent types of urban settlements, some with specific
functions, others at different stages of sustainable development, and so canto implement ISO 37101 flexibly.
It means that their history and manageably. Different histories, demographics, specific productionlocal
industries, geographic locationlocations, innovation skills and other distinctive characteristics can be
considered on a case-by-case basis, allowing recognising that each type of urban settlement needs to develop
in a way that reflects and enhances their specializations.unique characteristics and experiences. Their
distinguishing features, which underpin their attractiveness, quality of life, and social cohesion, will also
generate specific cross-cutting issues and encourage diversity.
It should also be mentioned that, given the nature of In a specialised or smaller urban settlementssettlement,
solutions and initiatives that promote sustainable development canneed to be comparatively simplermore
focused and they eventually demand smaller investments. In fact, there are sometimesbut carefully targeted
investment. These smaller or specialised urban settlements can make a start and take small steps in
sustainable development through being creative, and using simple andbut accessible solutions, making more
use of SMART processes and methods of doing things (software) and relying on local people's knowledge and
education (humanware) rather than the need ofmore expensive infrastructure (and hardware), that enable
urban settlements to promote Sustainable Development without the need for large investments.).
This document providesis a flexible approach, aiminggiving guidance to proactivelyurban settlements that
have limited resources and could only meet the full ISO 37101 requirements with limited resources through
small, phased steps and gradual improvements, which enables urban settlements to rapidly initiate actions to
meet the requirements of ISO 37101 whilst acknowledging that they can have insufficient resources to even
set forth on the journey to achieve the complete purposes in ISO 37101 immediately.
This document provides several tools and methods that are useful to implement the requirements of ISO
37101, including that eventually build maturity (see the maturity model provided in Annex D, which helps
identifying the current maturity level. Urban settlements can start from maturity level 0, or from any defined
status of maturity level 1, 2, 3, and 4, whilst by focusing on considering the 6 purposes as provided in ISO
37101.
Annex D). The tools and methods included allow administrative units or organizations to monitor and
measure the progress of improving sustainable development outcomes to aat successively higher levellevels
of maturity, and as they develop to dynamically adjust their results and expectations in order to beremain
aligned with specificthe UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
There are some characteristics that foster a successful journey towards sustainable development for smaller
or more specialised urban settlements in particular, which include the following, including:
— CreativeCreativity: Being creative can contribute significantly to the sustainable growth of smaller or more
specialised urban settlements. As an example, new technologies can be pioneered at a much smaller scale,
which are because it is easier to pilot smaller or niche sustainable schemes, benefited from (e.g. local
currencies for tourist towns or car-sharing in more ruralised, dispersed communities) due to lower
operational costs locally, thus can grow in a more natural and cost-effective manner, such as piloting
lower-carbon emissions and shared lifestyle. These convenience. These conveniences and advantages
willcan improve quality of life locally and so help to attract more residents, visitors, and investors.
— Characteristic of Local context: Being distinctive can helpThe unique distinction that a local context has
can be utilized to avoid homogenized competition with others.solutions. Therefore, it is critical to identify
potential opportunities and risks for local improvement. For example, it can be relevant to consider
intergenerational inequity issues such as providing facilities or infrastructure that serves citizensa range
of different ages especially kidschildren and aging people.
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— CooperativeCooperation: Active collaboration in various forms, such as intercity, inter-regional, and
international collaboration, will assistassists urban settlements to make the best use of resources at the
lowest possible cost, to resistcounteract risks together, and become more resilient., e.g. collective energy
purchase. Furthermore, in regarding issues such as lower-lowering carbon emission, which emissions rely
heavily rely on the cross-sectoral synergy of the energy supply, mobility, buildings and materials,
behaviours, among others, therefore the agreementsand behaviour. Therefore cooperation between
governmentsadministrative units or local organisations at different levels areis important, so that joint
efforts can be made to achieve the overall goal.
— ConnectedConnection: Accessibility is vital for sustainable development. In fact, Urban settlements are
interconnected with adjacent regions, and cities, and others in many aspects, and better connections
withwithin megacities can improve public services and transportation conditions, whilstwhile investment
in improving infrastructure (particularly large infrastructure) is typically unaffordable for smaller urban
settlements aloneon their own. Moreover, ecological corridors can greatly improve the environmental
impact of the entire region.
— CompetitiveCompetition: It is important to maintain a good business environment, such asi.e. simplifying
the startupstart-up process, protecting minority investors, and providing good-quality public services.
Meanwhile, they should explore opportunities for mutuality should be explored in new emerging areas
such as e-business, smart cities, cyber technologies, artificial intelligence, meta verse,the Metaverse and
the digital economy in order to be more sustainable and competitiveincrease sustainability and
competition.
— Competent:Competence: Smaller urban settlements can be increasingly aspiring in terms of
attractingattract and retaining talentsretain talent due to a relatively superior quality of life. They can also
promote the formation of industry clusters that bring together bu
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