http://dr.lib.sjp.ac.lk/handle/123456789/11028 2026-01-07T06:14:46Z http://dr.lib.sjp.ac.lk/handle/123456789/11041 An Investigation of non-compliance with Building Regulations in Heritage Areas; A Case Study in Galle Fort-Sri Lanka Kumudini, Y.; Wickramaarachchi, N.C. 2018-01-01T00:00:00Z http://dr.lib.sjp.ac.lk/handle/123456789/11040 Geospatial Analysis for Assessing the Socioeconomic Conditions in Resettlement Housing Schemes in Siribopura, Hambantota Hemakumara, G.P.T.S.; Subhashini, W.A.S. This study based on GIS analysis is intended to provide an overview of socioeconomic conditions in the resettlement housing scheme established in Siribopura, Hambantota to rehabilitate displaced persons. Several variables such as monthly income, and house and land values were checked for this purpose. Data were gathered from primary and secondary sources. The primary methods were open discussion and questionnaire survey while secondary methods were relevant documentation and websites. Siribopura, which is located in the Hambantota District was the main resettlement area. Majority of people resettled here are those displaced by the tsunami and certain development projects. The variables were checked using discriminate analysis. As per the results, 62.5% or majority of people in the tsunami resettlement area experience a poor quality of life. In the resettlement area set aside for those displaced by the development projects, the majority (90.6%) lead a quality life. Good income generation is the main reason for that. This study makes an important contribution by comparing the socioeconomic lives of the different groups of people and making an assessment about the resettlement project for the benefit of policy makers. 2018-01-01T00:00:00Z http://dr.lib.sjp.ac.lk/handle/123456789/11038 Does Secured Tenure matter on Land Investment? A Review on Literature Wickramaarachchi, N.C. Secured nature of land tenure is of current importance among many factors that determines the land quality improving investment in land productivity. A vast number of scholarly work has been developed, yet the results are contradictory. This article attempts to provide a critical review of the available literature on secured tenure and the impact on farmers’ decision to invest on the land. Reviewed results argues though a very few has identified with no influence, majority confirms that secured tenure provide incentives for investment and positively impact on productivity. Strong policy actions can help to improve the security of land rights and promote socially desirable decision of the farmer to maintain the soil quality and thereby improve the land productivity. 2018-01-01T00:00:00Z http://dr.lib.sjp.ac.lk/handle/123456789/11037 Professional Role in Ensuring Standard and Valuable Properties for Sri Lanka to be a Rich and Prosperous Nation Ariyawansa, R.G. 2018-01-01T00:00:00Z