Gentrification Flashcards
Gentrification definition
The buying and renovating of properties often in a more rundown areas by welfare individuals
The rent gap
The situation when the price of property is full and blurts real value so there is a gap between actual and potential price
Commuting cost
Commuting can be time-consuming, expensive and stressful moving close to the city eliminates this
benefits of gentrification
Rise in general level of prosperity and in increasing numbers and range of services and businesses, increasing local tax income, environment improved area improved, greater employment opportunities
Cost of gentrification
Low income cannot afford higher property prices or rent, higher car ownership may increase congestion, potential loss of business for traditional local shops, seen as a threat to community for wealthy people and lower income
Edge cities
Are self-contained Settlement which have emerged beyond the original city boundary and developed as cities In their own right