ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT FOR AL-DAHRYIA OLD CITY

Abstract

The architectural heritages of the region reflect the identity, culture, and the link between past and present and clear evidence of original and authenticity. Old Cities makea connection with ancestor and give a sense and understanding of history that no other documents or evidence exist. Old Cities should to keep them and rehabilitate of architectural heritage to protect it and to develop it to suit the circumstances of the times and cultural transformations ongoing. Preservation and reuse of historic buildings serve resource and reduce material consumption and consumes less energy than demolishing buildings and constructing new ones. Palestine has many oldest historical cities which having an important value for national and international sector. Al-Dahriya old city is one of the most important areas in Palestine that has a historical and religious value .it is located in the southern part of Hebron city. This study make an environmental assessment for Al-Dahriya old city by studying the current situation of the area then making an evaluation and assessment of all environmental parameters including parts of infrastructure then making adesignsfor the waste water and storm water systems , this study also make the design of a suitable septic tank for the study area and it engineering solution for some environmental problems.