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1 Chapter 8: Land Section 8.1: The City Part 2

2 When suburban sprawl began to take over the countryside surrounding Washington D.C., in the 1960’s, a commission was developed to build a growth plan for the region.

3 This plan helped county officials successfully anticipate and develop infrastructure for a population that grew dramatically over the next few decades – thus establishing themselves as leaders in land planning.

4 Land-use planning involves determining in advance where people will live, where they will locate their businesses, and where land will be protected for farming, wildlife, recreation, and other uses.

5 Other Land Use Determinations  Roads  Shopping malls  Sewers  Landfills  Electric lines

6 What can be done to help cities that are overwhelmed due to rapid growth before development of land- use plans?

7 1. Mass Transportation  Mass transit is an economical, efficient alternative to the automobile.  It is energy-efficient and reduces highway congestion.  It reduces air pollution, and the loss of land to roadways and parking lots.  It reduces suburban sprawl.

8 Studies have shown that decaying urban areas can be revitalized by adding mass transit, which reduces traffic congestion – making a city more livable.

9 2. Inner-City Renovation  Generally, these have been a combination of government grants, tax incentives, and other assistance to induce private citizens to renovate an area.  These usually work well, because private citizens tend to understand the needs of their community better than a planner who is far removed from the community.

10 Inner-city Renovation

11 3. Open Spaces  Come in many forms: parks, pools, bike/hiking trails, historical settings, gardens and agricultural areas.  They give people a place to escape the crowd and stress.  They can be used for civic activities.  Reduce carbon dioxide and other pollutants, while adding oxygen to area.  Keep city cooler.


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