unit 4 vocab quiz 3 Flashcards
homes that are bought with the intention of demolishing them and replacing them with larger, more modern structures.
tear downs
large, often mass-produced homes that are built in place of smaller, older homes, usually in suburban areas.
mcmansions
the minimum number of people needed to support a service or business. It’s the point at which a business becomes viable because there are enough customers to sustain it.
threshold
a movement all about making cities prettier and more organized with parks, big streets, and fancy buildings to improve people’s lives and inspire good behavior.
city beautify movement
vibrant, mixed-use areas that combine shopping, dining, and entertainment, often located in urban settings. They’re designed to attract both locals and tourists by offering a lively atmosphere
festival market places
a movement that promotes the design of walkable, mixed-use neighborhoods. It focuses on creating communities where people can live, work, and play all within a short distance, reducing the need for cars and fostering a sense of community.
new urbanism
planning and developing urban areas in a way that promotes sustainable and environmentally friendly growth. It focuses on reducing urban sprawl, preserving green spaces, and encouraging public transportation, walkability, and mixed-use development
smart growth
It refers to households where both partners work and they don’t have children.
dinks (dual income no kids)
the spread of urban or suburban development outward from a city center into rural areas
sprawl
areas located beyond the suburbs, typically more rural but still within commuting distance to a city. They often attract people looking for larger homes and more open space while still being able to access urban amenities.
exurbs
a segment of the workforce involved in jobs that require creativity and innovation, like artists, designers, tech professionals, and scientists.
creative class
when businesses or industries spread out from a concentrated area, often due to overcrowding, high costs, or other disadvantages of being too close together.
deglomeration
areas within cities where people of the same ethnicity live together.
ethnic neighborhoods
suburban areas that are like mini-cities on the outskirts of larger metropolitan areas, where people can live, work, and play without needing to go into the main city.
edge cities
when a neighborhood undergoes transformation as wealthier people move in, often leading to rising property values and rents.
gentrification
areas that have been deserted by businesses and residents, often due to economic decline, high crime rates, or other unfavorable conditions.
zones of abandonment
a policy that requires developers to include a certain percentage of affordable housing units in new residential developments.
inclusionary zoning
rapidly growing suburban areas that have populations over 100,000 but aren’t the central city of a metropolitan area.
boomburbs
areas where residents have limited access to affordable and nutritious food. These areas often lack grocery stores, farmers’ markets, and healthy food options, making it difficult for people to maintain a balanced diet.
food deserts
previously developed lands that are not currently in use and may be contaminated by hazardous waste or pollution. These sites often require cleanup and redevelopment to be safely used again.
brownfields
