Key Takeaways
→ The 7.5% City is based on a growth model focusing on increasing population
density in targeted areas rather than widespread suburban expansion.
→ Increasing housing supply near transit, reduces car dependency, and supports
sustainable urban growth.
→ Encourage mixed-use developments in high-density corridors to support local
businesses.
Summary
a. What is a 7.5% City?
○ Intensify only 7.5% of…
Key Takeaways
Physical form and social shifts have confined today’s eight-year-olds to a 100-meter radius, compared to approximately 6 miles in the 1900s.
Medium-high density, car-free streets, built-in play elements, pocket parks, and 4-minute transit to the city center create both freedom and richness of activity.
Summary
What is child-friendly urban…