Background paper on smart growth

Vassan, Paramvir Singh (author.). Ontario Smart Growth Network, (issuing body,). Canadian Electronic Library (Firm), (distributor.).

Summary: "Urban Sprawl is defined as a low-density development, with new growth appearing primarily on previously undeveloped or agricultural land with emphasis on separation of major land uses (residential, commercial, industrial) and on single-use development (Urban Sprawl and Health, 2009).There is considerable evidence that urban sprawl has adverse effects on public health and the environment. To control the problems of urban sprawl, smart growth provides a potential solution ..."Page 3.

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1 electronic text (42 pages) : illustrations.
Publisher: Toronto, Ontario : Ontario Smart Growth Network, 2014.
Distributor: Ottawa, Ontario : Canadian Electronic Library, 2015.

Content descriptions

General Note:	"May 30, 2014." Issued as part of the desLibris documents collection.
Bibliography, etc. Note:	Includes bibliographical references (pages 34-42).
Formatted Contents Note:	Introduction -- Effects of urban sprawl -- Principles of smart growth.
System Details Note:	Mode of access: World Wide Web.