iDk Flashcards
Low residential density
-spread out housing and larger plots of land
commercial
-land use business to sell good services
-provide jobs and bring money into the community
-eg.Malls,Grocery Stores
Types of good services
lower order goods
-goods and services that are purchased frequently.
–Often inexpensive
eg. Loaf of bread
Higher Order Goods
-goods and services that are needed frequently
-specialized and costly
eg.Diamond Ring
Industrial
land use by business to make goods
-location influence by transportation networks
-Eg.Factories,distribution centres
What is a 20 minute neighbourhood
a community where everything needed for daily life within a 20-minute walk,bike,ride, or short public transit trip
Key features of a 20-minute neighbourhood
mixed use areas
2.High density
3. Access to amenities and employment opportunities
4. Pedestrian and Bicycle Friendly
efficient and reliable public transport
Benefits of a 20-minute neighborhood -SOCIAL
20-minute neighbourhoods promote a stronger sense of community, improved public health, increased social connections ,and safety
Benefits of a 20-minute neighborhood-ENVIRONMENTAL
Environmental benefits include reduced carbon emissions, improved air quality and a greater connection to nature.
CITY PLAN
-provides a vision for the city
-it considers various aspects,including land use,transportation,housing,infrastructure.parks and public spaces.
Helps avoid land use conflict