urban planning

American  

[ur-buhn plan-ing] / ˈɜr bən ˈplæn ɪŋ /

noun

1. the study and process of planning and designing the infrastructure, layout, and buildings of cities and towns.

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Example Sentences

The state has struggled to keep up with demand, largely due to the lingering impacts of decades-long missteps in housing policies, said Paavo Monkkonen, a professor in urban planning at UCLA.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 28, 2026

Then, he pursued assorted careers in indie publishing, urban planning and entrepreneurial research before conclusively binding himself to a literary life.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 23, 2026

Google said the publicly accessible platform, called Flood Hub, can help communities, companies, authorities and others prepare for natural disasters through things like urban planning and help them improve emergency responses.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 12, 2026

Singapore's urban planning authority said MBS had lined the path with mirrors "to enhance the visual appearance and experience", but the "primary function" is for walking.

From BBC • Mar. 7, 2026

Bridge repair and urban planning could be handled by the Thunderhead, but taking a life was an act of conscience and consciousness.

From "Scythe" by Neal Shusterman