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The proximity principle why we are living too far apart [electronic resource]

By: Language: English Publication details: London CPRE 2008Subject(s): LOC classification:
  • 306.1
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A century of dispersal -- What do people want? -- Proximity and connectivity -- Travel - how far, how fast and how? -- Ideal homes and eco-towns -- Existing settlements - city clickers and rural realities -- Where do we go from here?
Summary: Promotes the idea of population density as a method of reducing urban sprawl, protecting the countryside and reducing carbon emissions. Argues that while there have been successes in increasing population density in urban areas, rural zones have seen the population moving further apart. Research based on household interviews suggests that in rural areas, this government housing policy is failing to promote cohesive communities.
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A century of dispersal -- What do people want? -- Proximity and connectivity -- Travel - how far, how fast and how? -- Ideal homes and eco-towns -- Existing settlements - city clickers and rural realities -- Where do we go from here?

Promotes the idea of population density as a method of reducing urban sprawl, protecting the countryside and reducing carbon emissions. Argues that while there have been successes in increasing population density in urban areas, rural zones have seen the population moving further apart. Research based on household interviews suggests that in rural areas, this government housing policy is failing to promote cohesive communities.