Redesigning America Peter Park Chapter 10
Key Points Design of a city Urban sprawl New urbanism Criteria for urban design: Sustainable development. Zoning laws Key Points
can affect the health and well-being of its residents. Design of a city
Refers to the rapid expansion of a city toward low-density surrounding areas. Urban Sprawl
Is a movement among urban planners, architects, engineers, residents, and city officials. Is to solve some of the design problems of modern American cities New Urbanism
Elements of successful urban design include multi-use structures, public meeting spaces, and attractive buildings. Elements of successful urban design
Sustainable development Refers to development that meets the needs of current residents without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their needs. Sustainable development
Zoning laws Dictate how land in a specific location can be used and What kinds of structures can be built on it. Zoning laws
Who is Peter Park? City official Architect Urban planner CAD technician Who is Peter Park?
Ecofriendly cars High density Mixed-used environments Beautiful buildings and spaces Which one is not the element of a successful city, according to Peter ?
Which one is not the example of sustainable development? Less car-centered Big businesses Multi-use buildings More parks with trees Which one is not the example of sustainable development?
How does urban sprawl harm the environment? Urban sprawl causes… Habitat loss, Air pollution, Cultural isolation, etc. How does urban sprawl harm the environment?
What are multiple-use zoning laws? Under mixed-mixed-use zoning, a single building might contain offices, shops, restaurants, and apartments or condominiums. The laws allow for greater density and less dependence on the automobile. What are multiple-use zoning laws?