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Compact Urban Form

Andrés Duany & Elizabeth Plater-Zyberk

Encourage compact urban forms to optimize land use and reduce sprawl.

Context

Expanding suburban areas where land use is inefficient.

Problem

Urban sprawl consumes excessive land, increases infrastructure costs, and reduces community cohesion.

Solution

Plan for higher density with mixed-use development to create more efficient and vibrant urban forms.

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