Urban Sprawl

Urban sprawl refers to the spread of housing, offices, and shopping centers into previously undeveloped land, often surrounding a city. This process typically occurs as people move to suburban areas for more space and affordability, leading to low-density development. While sprawl can provide more living options, it can also create challenges like increased traffic, environmental degradation, and a lack of community cohesion. As cities expand outward, essential services may become harder to access, and public transportation can decline, making it more difficult for residents to connect with urban centers and each other.