Perth Flashcards
define external morphology
study of the outside shape of a settlement & the processes that affect that shape
define sustainability
meeting the needs of current & future generations through simultaneous enviro, social & economic adaptation & improvement.
how is Perth’s external morphology described?
semi-stellate in shape becoming more rectangular over time due to urban infill taking place
define internal morphology
the study of the layout of functions within a settlement & the processes & interactions that affect that layout
how many functional zones does Perth have?
8
`name the 8 functional zones of Perth
- Central business district
- Inner mixed zone
- Established residential zone
- Newer growth zone
- Rural-urban fringe
- Outer business district
- Industrial zone
- Special purpose zone
define site
the physical features of the landscape (height, slope, aspect, landforms, drainage, vegetation) on which a settlement is built
define situation
the location of a place described by referring to its absolute location (latitude/longitude), its distance & direction to other places, its links to other places (road/railway lines)
what is Perth’s latitude & longitude?
31˚57’S 115˚51’E
define urban sprawl
low-density outward growth of urban areas into surrounding rural lands & natural ecosystems.
define stakeholders
political parties, gov departments, community organisations & interest groups who hold a view & are affected by the challenge. May contribute to decision making & planning process
who are the 2 stakeholders involved in Perth’s urban sprawl?
- Infrastructure WA
- Department of Planning
what are the 2 strategies used for Perth’s urban sprawl?
- Urban infill & consolidation
- Medium residential density codes
define transportation
movement of people & goods from 1 place to another & the various means by which such movement is accomplished
who are the 2 stakeholders involved in Perth’s transportation?
- Main Roads Western Australia
- Public Transport Authority
