GGRC33H3 Study Guide - Final Guide: Sustainable Design
Document Summary
Both jabareen 2006 and wheeler 2003 identify urban form factors that are likely to result in sustainable cities or regions. But we know that every place has unique problems and unique experiences in solving them. Chose either jabareen or wheeler and discuss how well the current plans to manage growth in the gta conform to the sustainable urban design factors he identifies. The gta plan conforming to sustainable urban design essentially means trying to move towards transit-oriented design (tod). In particular however sustainable development as both jabareen (2006) and wheeler (2003) argue is one that looks to improve quality of life and ecological systems. Furthermore the gta is looking to plan with the places to grow act, is where the initiative is to plan for growth in a way that supports economic prosperity and achieves a high quality of life.
