Requirements and patterns in the construction of cities of the Russian Empire "Peter the Great urban planning innovations"

this article examines the urban planning innovations implemented during the reign of Peter the Great, which influenced the architectural and spatial development of the cities of the Russian Empire. The historical significance of measures related to the creation of citywide plans, standardization of buildings, and the introduction of mandatory requirements for facades and street infrastructure is substantiated. The impact of these transformations on the further formation of urban space, socio-economic development and cultural image of Russia is assessed. The proposed conclusions are based on an analysis of archival documents, historical evidence, and modern research papers on Peter's reforms.

Peter the Great's reforms, urban planning, urban development, urban infrastructure, architectural and spatial organization, standardization of facades, historical heritage, the Russian Empire, urban planning