April 3, 2021
Zoning and Regulations for Affordable housing
Land cover is growing more quickly than urban populations, at estimates of twice the rate. But due to urban sprawl, the spreading of urban cities to surrounding agriculture or forest land is decreasing the density of the built environment. Factors contributing to urban sprawl include land-use patterns that prioritize personal vehicles, social norms that favour low-density housing, land-use segregation, economic incentives favouring low-density development. As cities continue to experience growth in terms of population and migration from rural areas, boundaries are being set on their growth to minimise the impact on agriculture, forestry, and outdoor leisure. In face of a huge demand for housing, restrictions on the supply...
