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Losing Ground: Land consumption in the Chicago Region, 1900-1998
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Openlands Project |
| Date: |
1998 |
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Chicago, IL: Openlands Project |
| Abstract: |
LOSING GROUND presents the most comprehensive, accurate and current picture of developed land throughout the region ever compiled to date. Its unique set of data culled from a wide variety of sources enables Chicago area residents, for the first time, to accurately analyze past trends and establish a base-line map for projecting future development trends. LOSING GROUND reports three key findings: >Uncoordinated development has created a regional footprint that now spans three states and replaces once-distinct communities with placeless sprawl. >Modern transportation systems have a tendency to promote a formless and ever expanding urban landscape. >Per capita land consumption is increasing at faster and faster rates. |
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