Urban sprawl

Urban sprawl or suburban sprawl refers to the expansion of human populations away from central urban areas into low-density, monofunctional and usually car-dependent communities, in a process called suburbanization. In addition to describing a particular form of urbanization, the term also relates to the social and environmental consequences associated with this development.

Causes

The causes of urban sprawl include a variety of factors. A strong economy, which allows and encourages people to buy cars and homes, is a common cause. Other factors include a lack of urban planning and the availability of inexpensive land.

Effects

Urban sprawl has many effects on people and the environment. It can lead to traffic congestion, air pollution, and loss of countryside. It can also lead to social isolation, as people living in sprawling suburbs often do not have access to community amenities or public transportation.

Solutions

There are many proposed solutions to urban sprawl, including smart growth, new urbanism, and urban consolidation. These strategies aim to create more sustainable urban environments that are less car-dependent and more community-oriented.

See also

• Suburbanization
• Smart growth
• New urbanism
• Urban consolidation

External links

• Sprawl City – A comprehensive source of information on sprawl, including its causes, effects, and solutions.

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