Urban Planning Terms

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Across
  1. 4. The number of people or housing units per unit of land, often measured as people per square kilometer or housing units per acre.
  2. 5. A specific type of setback that regulates how close development can occur near water bodies (rivers, lakes, or streams) to protect ecosystems and water quality.
  3. 10. A process where wealthier individuals move into lower-income neighborhoods, leading to rising property values and potential displacement of original residents.
  4. 12. The legal process by which a government takes private land for public use, such as for roads or utilities, typically with compensation to the owner.
  5. 14. A measure of how friendly an area is for walking, based on factors like sidewalks, street connectivity, and pedestrian safety.
  6. 15. The phenomenon where cities experience higher temperatures than surrounding rural areas due to concrete, asphalt, and limited vegetation.
  7. 16. A design strategy that encourages higher-density, walkable neighborhoods around public transit hubs.
  8. 17. A rule or regulation enacted by a local government to manage land use, public safety, and other municipal matters.
  9. 18. The regulation of land use in a city or town, determining what types of buildings and activities can occur in specific areas.
Down
  1. 1. A type of urban development that blends residential, commercial, cultural, and/or industrial uses in one space.
  2. 2. A specific type of bylaw that defines how land within a city can be used, including building heights, density, and permitted land uses.
  3. 3. A long-term vision document created by municipalities to guide growth and development, outlining policies for land use, housing, transportation, and the environment.
  4. 6. The division of a parcel of land into smaller lots for development or sale, often requiring municipal approval.
  5. 7. The minimum required distance between a building and the property line, road, or another structure, ensuring space for sidewalks, landscaping, or safety.
  6. 8. The development of vacant or underutilized land within already built-up areas to reduce urban sprawl.
  7. 9. Housing that costs no more than 30% of a household’s income, ensuring accessibility for lower-income residents.
  8. 11. The uncontrolled expansion of urban areas into surrounding rural land, often characterized by low-density housing and car dependency.
  9. 13. The process of changing the designated land use of a property or area, usually to accommodate new developments or different types of uses.