Signal Redensification adopted in Toronto, Portland, Auckland and in two districts of Vitoria

Summary

The report observes that the shift toward redensification is gaining ground even in the Anglo-Saxon world, long the emblem of urban sprawl. Toronto, Portland and Auckland are cited as cities that have already embraced the model. In Spain, Vitoria-Gasteiz stands out for its redensification plan covering Salburua and Zabalgana, two of its largest districts. Redensification means returning dispersed cities to a compact form by raising building density, developing empty plots and mixing land uses. The report pairs these examples with Spanish data showing that denser cities generate more short trips and keep essential services closer to residents. If the approach becomes widespread, it expects future cities to form networks of connected centres offering daily services on foot.