
Epe town, Lagos State has been vulnerable to climate change related disasters, which have adverse effects on urban planning system. The study examined the impacts of climate change on urban planning, the level of vulnerability, and the strategic adaptation measures sought to address it. The study relied on both secondary, and primary data. The primary data were collected through questionnaire administration. The questionnaire targeted residents, both homeowners and tenants as respondents. A random sampling technique was used to sample vulnerable areas at intervals of every 10th building, identified through observational and environmental surveys during a familiarasation tour. A total of 150 copies of questionnaire were administered to respondents. The questionnaire was structured in a 4-point Likert scale format. The study employed descriptive techniques for data analysis. The findings revealed that residents in the study area have relatively effective adaptation strategies (𝑥̅=3.05), possibly due to past experiences with water level changes. Also, the study revealed that increased risk of waterborne diseases necessitates improved sanitation and health planning (𝑥̅=2.93). Furthermore, the study revealed that flood-resistant design was incorporated in urban infrastructure development in the study area (𝑥̅=2.4). The study recommended the integration of infrastructure, policy, and green spaces to address climate change effects on urban planning in Epe, Lagos.
