Right! Sprawl is characterized by a greater dependence on the automobile. Look below for a good definition of sprawl, taken from our Online Sprawl Presentation.


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Sprawl is defined as uncontrolled, low-density suburban development that spreads rapidly on the fringes of existing communities, consuming agricultural and environmentally sensitive land. Housing, shopping, schools, services and employment are often separated, leading to greater dependence on the automobile.