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Unpacking Suburban Living: Costs and Consequences
This chapter explores the hidden costs of suburban living, particularly the impact of urban sprawl on community connections and resources. It emphasizes the inefficiencies of service delivery in low-density areas and critiques the societal values that prioritize material accumulation over meaningful community engagement. The discussion also highlights the need for rethinking urban planning to create more accessible and walkable environments as responses to the challenges posed by rapid suburban growth.