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urban planning

noun

Definition

The technical and political process of designing and regulating the use of land in cities.

In a sentence

Effective urban planning balances the need for housing, commerce, transport, and green space.

Synonyms

town planningcity planningland use planning

Common collocations

  • urban planning policy
  • sustainable urban planning
  • urban planning scheme

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