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ABSTRACT Urban planning and geospatial technology play crucial roles in achieving sustainable development and sustainable development goals by addressing the complex challenges faced by urban areas. This paper highlights the significant contributions of urban planning and geospatial technology in promoting sustainable urban development. It explores how urban planning facilitates the integration of social, economic, and environmental factors to create liveable and resilient cities. Geospatial technology, with its ability to capture, analyse, and visualize spatial data, provides decision-makers with valuable insights for informed decision-making. By leveraging accurate and up-to-date spatial data, urban planners can prioritize sustainability aspects such as land use, transportation, energy efficiency, and climate change adaptation. This study showcases the application of geospatial technology in sustainable land use planning. Furthermore, it examines the monitoring and evaluation capabilities of geospatial technology for ongoing assessment and adjustments towards sustainable urban environments. Data have been majorly collected from secondary sources. Comprehensive review of existing literature has been conducted to gather information on the applications, benefits, and challenges of geospatial technology in urban planning for sustainable development. The findings emphasize the importance of integrating urban planning and geospatial technology as a holistic approach to achieve sustainable development, ensuring the well-being of urban residents while minimizing environmental impacts. The paper concludes by offering recommendations for policymakers, planners, and practitioners to effectively utilize urban planning and geospatial technology for the advancement of sustainable cities and communities.