Unit 6 Chapter 17 Flashcards
Factors of livability
built and natural environment, economic prosperity, social stability and equity, educational, cultural, and entertainment opportunities
2 types of zoning
Mixed use zoning and traditional zoning
types of smart growth policies
new urbanism, slow growth cities, urban greenbelt,
New urbanism
support for multiple transit options, the preservation of historic buildings. and respect for local ecology. Goal of creating a sense of place for residents. infilling to create new urban spaces
Slow growth policies
limits on building permits and urban growth boundaries
Growth management plans
implemented so new construction does not overwhelm infrastructure and services. can take place at the state or city level and can be achieved through zoning
Diverse Housing
promotes mixed-income neighborhoods. encouraged through zoning. helps retain young professionals and middle-class and working poor families in the city
Environmental pro of designing for urban life
less urban sprawl, more efficient use of resources, promotion of sustainable options, smaller ecological footprint
Individual pro of designing for urban life
better quality of life for residents, reduced commute times and costs, convenient access to shopping, recreation, jobs and services
financial pro of designing for urban life
less strain on city’s infrastructure
societal pro of designing for urban life
social interactions across groups, lower barriers between people of different incomes, ages, and ethnicities; revitalization and redevelopment leading to fewer building vacancies and lower crime
Con no.1 of designing for urban life
rising prices in new, desirable neighborhoods that make them unaffordable for poor and working class poeple
Con no.2 of designing for urban life
de-facto segregation
Con no.3 of designing for urban life
sense of place lessness and loss of historical character when similar design concepts are applied across many different cities
