urbanització
Urbanització is a term used in Catalan to describe the process by which a locality becomes more urbanized, characterized by population growth, economic activity, and the development of infrastructure and services. It also refers to a specific type of real estate development—a housing estate or subdivision—planned with streets, utilities, and public spaces to accommodate residential use.
Historically, urbanització has accompanied industrialization and modernization, concentrating people and activities in cities and their peripheries.
Key elements of urbanització include land-use planning, zoning, and the provision of water, sewage, energy, waste
Impacts of urbanització are mixed. They can provide improved access to jobs, education, and healthcare, but
Policy approaches focus on sustainable urban development, including compact growth, transit-oriented development, mixed-use neighborhoods, and redevelopment