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An example of a densification plan from the Canton of Zurich, Switzerland

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An example of a densification plan from the Canton of Zurich, Switzerland

Densification plan from the Canton of Zurich

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URBAN SPRAWL 2016

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Zurich

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2013-2040

Other organisations involvedConcordia University - Geography, Planning and Environment, GISAT

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The Canton of Zurich (in Switzerland is planning to densify the existing built-up areas by approximately 20 % by 2040 (Map 4.2). Therefore, urban sprawl will be significantly reduced in the
Canton of Zurich.

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