Development patterns refer to the ways in which cities grow and change over time. They include changes in population density, land use, infrastructure, and economic activities.
Related terms
Urbanization: The process of population shift from rural areas to urban areas, resulting in the growth of cities.
Gentrification: The process of renovating or improving urban neighborhoods, often leading to displacement of lower-income residents due to rising property values.
Infrastructure: Physical structures and systems that support a city's functioning such as roads, bridges, water supply networks etc.