American Journal of Humanities and Social Sciences Research (AJHSSR) 2024 AJHSSR Journal P a g e | 78 American Journal of Humanities and Social Sciences Research (AJHSSR) e-ISSN: 2378-703X Volume-08, Issue-07, pp-78-82 www.ajhssr.com Research Paper Open Access THE IMPACT OF INDUSTRIAL AREASON LAND USE DEVELOPMENT AND ROAD NETWORK SYSTEM IN MEDAN DELI DISTRICT Yosi Sukmono 2,3 , Beny OY Marpaung 1,2 , Anthoni Veery Mardianta 1,2 1 (Department of Architecture/ Faculty of Engineering, Universitas Sumatera Utara Medan Indonesia) 2 (Architecture Master Degree Program, Faculty of Engineering, Universitas Sumatera Utara Medan Indonesia) 3 (Agency of Trade, Industry, Energy and Mineral Resources of North Sumatera Province) Corresponding author: Yosi Sukmono ABSTRACT:The rapid development of industrial areas in Medan Deli District has transformed the region’s land use and road network system. This study aims to assess the impact of industrial growth on these aspects within the district. Utilizing a qualitative geospatial approach, the research combines observational and spatial data analysis to understand the changes over a span from 1980 to 2024. Key findings reveal a significant conversion of agricultural and residential land into industrial and commercial areas, leading to infrastructural challenges and increased traffic congestion. The results highlight the critical need for balanced urban planning to support sustainable industrial expansion while mitigating adverse environmental and social impact. This study provides vital insights for policy makers to optimize industrial area development for economic growth and regional connectivity. KEYWORDS:industrial area, land use, road network system, Medan Deli, urban planning I. INTRODUCTION Industrial areas have a strategic role in supporting economic growth by providing jobs, increasing investment, and strengthening the competitiveness of local products in international markets. Apart from that, the existence of industrial areas also helps in environmental management because existing industries can be managed centrally and more regularly. The development of industrial areas often involves various parties including the government, private sector and the community to ensure sustainability and long-term benefits. The development of industrial areas in Indonesia, including in Medan, shows the government's serious efforts to encourage industrialization and increase economic competitiveness. Industrial areas such as Jababeka, MM2100, and Batamindo have become magnets for investment, both domestic and international, contributing significantly to national economic growth. Medan City, as one of the big cities in Indonesia and the capital of North Sumatra Province, plays an important role in the national industrial map. Medan, which borders the Malacca Strait, is a strategic city for trade, industry and business. The industrial sector is one of the largest sectors in this city, with various modern and professionally managed supporting facilities, such as the Medan Industrial Zone. Overall, the Medan Industrial Area is located in four sub-districts, with the largest area in Medan City, located in the Medan Deli sub-district. Medan Deli District is one of 21 sub-districts in Medan City, North Sumatra Province. Medan Deli District is located in the northern part of Medan City, which borders Medan Labuhan District to the north, East Medan District to the east, West Medan District to the west, and Medan Marelan District to the northwest. This strategic location makes Medan Deli a center of economic and transportation activity. In this research, Medan Deli District in Medan City is the object of research by identifying the influence of industrial areas on land use and road networks in the surrounding area. The delineation of the research area determined is the entire Medan Deli sub-district area. Changes in land use from agricultural and residential areas to industrial and commercial areas have positive economic impacts, such as increasing employment opportunities and economic growth(Zhang, 2023). However, environmental and social challenges also arise, such as congestion problems, road degradation, and increased air pollution due to increasing vehicle volumes, especially heavy vehicles(Adiyanto et al., 2022).. Effectively managing the impacts of industrial area development is important to achieve a balance between economic growth and environmental sustainability (Hao, Zhang, & Miao, 2023). An understanding of how industrial areas influence land use and road network systems can help in formulating appropriate policies for the