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New Urbanism

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Definition

New urbanism is an urban design movement emphasizing walkability, mixed-use development, and human-scale architecture. It's a conscious rejection of suburban sprawl. New urbanist communities feature interconnected streets, diverse housing, and pedestrian-friendly design that creates community connection and sustainability.

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New urbanist communities feature interconnected streets, mixed-income housing, pedestrian-friendly design, and diverse amenities. These developments counter suburban sprawl by creating walkable, mixed-use neighborhoods. New urbanist principles emphasize community connection, environmental sustainability, and diverse housing. New urbanist communities appeal to those seeking alternatives to suburban sprawl.

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New urbanist communities attract diverse demographics and show strong long-term appreciation. These areas are worth the premium.

Example

A new urbanist neighborhood with interconnected streets, mixed housing types, and commercial ground floors represents design principles.

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