urban planning
noun
Meaning
The technical and political process concerned with the development and design of land use and the built environment, including air, water, and the infrastructure passing into and out of urban areas.
Examples
- Modern urban planning focuses on creating sustainable neighborhoods that reduce the need for car travel.
- She decided to pursue a master's degree in urban planning after seeing how poor design affected her local community.
Synonyms: city planning, town planning, urban design, civic design