urban development

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  2. land setup
  3. built-up area
  4. human settlement
  5. urban development
Scope note
Any physical extension of, or changes to, the uses of land in metropolitan areas, often involving subdivision into zones; construction or modification of buildings, roads, utilities and other facilities; removal of trees and other obstructions; and population growth and related economic, social and political changes.
urban development
Accepted term: 14-Apr-2011