Burgess Model

The Burgess Model is a way geographers describe how cities grow and develop outward from their center. It divides the city into rings or zones, starting with the central business district (CBD), where shops and offices are concentrated. Moving outward, you find areas with industries, then residential zones with different housing types, and finally suburbs or rural areas. This model illustrates how land use changes as a city expands, helping us understand patterns of urban development and land use planning. It was developed based on studies of cities like Chicago in the early 20th century.