In today's world, we must prepare for various environmental and health-related crises. The Covid-19 pandemic has shed light on the readiness of our cities to face such challenges. During the pandemic, alleys became even more crucial for vulnerable groups, like children, who faced limited access to recreational and social facilities. This research focuses on the Zafaranieh neighborhood of Tabriz and identifies obstacles that children faced during the pandemic in urban spaces. The study emphasizes the importance of alley design and its role in increasing the quality of life for citizens. It also examines the principles of designing livable alleys from the perspective of children. The research approach includes both theoretical documents from library sources and field information obtained through observation and interviews. The findings reveal that livable alley design from the perspective of children has four dimensions: physical-spatial, functional, urban, and socio-cultural. To promote these dimensions, we need to secure green spaces, provide opportunities for children's games and interactions, and improve access. This study provides specific suggestions for improving urban spaces according to the needs of children and a deeper understanding of the pandemic's effects on public spaces. It also introduces strategies to face future health-related challenges.
Introduction
Urban alleys are crucial components of cities and greatly shape daily experiences. It is therefore important to design livable alleys that cater to the needs of children and can support them during health crises. The Zafaranieh neighborhood in Tabriz was identified as a potential area for increasing livability and responsiveness to children, as there has been a decrease in their presence in the streets and alleys. By adapting this neighborhood and its urban spaces, such as alleys, children can be reintegrated into social life and become more responsible for maintaining these spaces. This study aims to define the principles of designing livable alleys from the perspective of urban children, to improve their quality of life during and after the pandemic. Specifically, the research seeks to answer the question of how to redesign a livable alley for children in pandemic conditions, using the Zafaranieh neighborhood as an effective case study.

Methodology
The purpose of this study is to develop practical strategies for urban design, using a descriptive-analytical approach. To gather information, we conducted both library research and field observations. We used books, articles, and other research papers to build a theoretical framework, while also collecting data through interviews with children and families. We analyzed their responses using qualitative coding methods. Our sample included 60 parents from the neighborhood, and we selected 10 responses that differed from the others due to theoretical saturation. Additionally, we asked children to draw their favorite street or city. Using open-centered and selective coding methods, we extracted key qualities for urban design that appeal to children.

Results and discussion
Studies have shown that well-designed alleys can provide a desirable urban space for children. To achieve this, safety, play, and social opportunities should be prioritized in the design process. This includes safe sidewalks, play areas, and a healthy living environment for children, as well as restrictions on vehicle access and traffic control to ensure their safety. The COVID-19 pandemic has brought about significant changes in people's lifestyles, especially for children. The lack of opportunities for play and social interaction has been a major challenge for them. Livable alleys can provide a solution to this problem by creating fun and creative play spaces while adhering to health protocols. This allows children to enjoy physical activities with minimal risk and enhances their overall well-being.

Conclusion
As we move forward from the pandemic, it's important to turn our pandemic experiences into lasting lessons. Livable alleys offer a safe and high-quality environment for children's growth and development, making them an ideal option for post-pandemic play and learning spaces. By restricting traffic, we can encourage physical activity and social interaction while ensuring safety for everyone. When we design spaces that cater to children's natural curiosity and love of play, we benefit not only the youngest members of society but society as a whole. Children can help make urban environments more vibrant and optimize space for all citizens. By incorporating children's perspectives into decision-making processes, we can create spaces that positively impact education, social relationships, physical development, and emotional well-being for all residents.

Funding
There is no funding support.

Authors’ Contribution
Authors contributed equally to the conceptualization and writing of the article. All of the authors approved the content of the manuscript and agreed on all aspects of the work declaration of competing interest none.

Conflict of Interest
Authors declared no conflict of interest.

Acknowledgments
We are grateful to all the scientific consultants of this paper.