Pros+and+Cons+of+Urban+Growth+Section+per+6

=The case for and against urban growth= When developers want to build new housing in many citizens planning commissioner has to approve of the project. Citizens that chose to guide the cities growth create the commission that approves the project. They listen to people that support and don't support the project. = = =Pros and Cons of Urban Growth= = = ====** When population grows new homes are need to be built. People that like growth say the best way to add new homes is to find land outside of the city. The cost of the houses are lowered so they are more affordable for. Some people like homes outside the city because it is a better place for their family. When places grow it makes more opportunities for work. When people more they buy more furniture and it is good for stores. This helps fund places like schools and roads. **====

** Urban sprawl **

 * everyone agrees people need homes. Some people think the worst way to meet the need for new housing. Open spaces are not empty land they are habitats for plants and animals. When land is developed habitats are lost. Anti sprawl proponents say that urban sprawl creates other problems. When housing is spread out people rely on cars. Cars create traffic jams and pollute the air. Urban sprawl can also be detrimental to people living in small towns. They often see there taxes rise when land nearby is developed. The extra tax money is needed to pay for roads, schools, and other services. **

=Geo terms/ vocabulary=  4. habitats: a natural environment where animals and plants live. 5. pollution:the act of polluting something. 6. detrimental: harmful. =Concepts= oto licenseoto license: All Rights Reserved  All Rights ReservedUrban Growth: when the population grows there needs to be more homes for people to move into. when the population grows it creates more chances for jobs.
 * 1) population growth: when people go to other areas and expand their community
 * 2) suburbs: places that are outside the city
 * 3) planning commission: approve of were buildings are able to be built (project)

=Multiple Choice Questions= 1. When population grows what does it create? A. schools B. greater chance for jobs C. pay taxes D. all the above

2. when population grows it helps support: A. schools B.roads C. pay taxes D. all the above

3. cars create? a.traffic jams b.air pollution c.nothing d.both a an b

4. what happens to the habitat when new houses come in? a.nothing b.the animals an plants are in danger c.the habitat is lost d.both b and c

