Abstract
Urban planning refers to the process of development of the land and infrastructure of a place. It also includes development of transportation, distribution networks, communications, public welfare, and urban design, etc. It integrates the elements of civil engineering and urban architecture to help in the growth and development of the cities. This book includes some of the vital pieces of work being conducted across the world, on various topics related to urban planning. The aim of the book is to present researches that have transformed this discipline and aided its advancement. It is a vital tool for all researching and studying this field. -- from publisher's website.
