Zoning based on denudational processes of the Cruz River Watershed, Escazú, San José, Costa Rica: recommendations to improve the spatial management

Abstract

The zoning of the Cruz River watershed was performed using a combination of geological, geomorphological and topographic information, and the results of the calculation of the probability of landslide occurrence. With the results of this investigation a proposal of recommended land use is presented and suggestions are forwarded to the Local Government in relation to the granting of building permits in the various sectors.