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Urbanization and Urban Development

ISBN

9781632408310

Publisher

Clanrye International

Language

English

Publication Year

2019

Category

Social Sciences

Pages

205

Price

145.95 $

Description

Urbanization is the gradual process of shift in the population from rural to urban regions, and the change brought about in the society as an effect of this shift. This process is characterized by the formation and development of new towns and cities. Modernization, rationalization and industrialization are some related aspects of this phenomenon. The study of urbanization is particularly important in the domain of urban planning and urban development. It is a political and technical process involving the design of land utilization for accommodating a residential and built environment that includes transportation, distribution and communication networks, etc. Geographic mapping and analysis, population growth prediction, zoning, survey of the water supply, etc. are some significant aspects of this field. They are also essential for ensuring public welfare and protection of the environment. This book discusses the fundamentals as well as modern approaches of urbanization. Also included herein is a detailed explanation of the various concepts of urban development. It will help the readers in keeping pace with the rapid changes in these fields.

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