CAUSES, EFFECTS & SOLUTIONS OF URBAN SPRAWL

Urbanisation over rural areas is becoming more and more popular around the world, giving cities a much more sculpted texture, yet this process frequently dries up the city’s life. In wealthier countries, people frequently move to the periphery in search of larger living spaces, whereas developing countries are making great efforts to give everyone their own space. Numerous studies have been done on the problem of urban sprawl. Regarding the aforementioned urban problems, this essay aims to analyse the effects of sprawl through a thorough understanding of its traits and root causes before introducing appropriate solutions. Attempts can be made to restrict sprawl by re-densifying suburbs, enhancing their walkability, avoiding changes in land use, and blending those uses with appropriate regulations.