Some cities create new housing for their growing populations by constructing a smaller number of high-rise buildings. Other cities create more of low-rise buildings. Which solution is better, in your opinion?

Rising population in urban areas leaves governments with no choice but to build more houses to meet the demand.

However

, when it comes to construction, there is more than one way to build new homes. Some cities prefer to construct fewer residential towers, while others build a larger number of low-rises for their

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both options will be discussed and a viable solution will be suggested. One advantage of tall

buildings

is that they can accommodate a large number of people while having a small footprint.

This

type of construction is popular in central

city

areas where land is scarce and expensive.

For example

, in New York

City

high-rise

buildings

have significantly reduced housing problems, by as much as 55% in the

last

few years.

As a result

of

this

strategy, rents tend to decrease which has a

further

positive impact on the economies of

such

cities.

However

, tall

buildings

offer little or no privacy, they force certain rules and regulations upon

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and attract higher maintenance costs. Given a chance to voice their opinion, many individuals would prefer to live in low-rise

buildings

or even build their own houses.

This

option might be more attractive for big families and for older generation people who like to have their own personal space. Accessibility is

also

a concern for the elderly as taking the stairs when the lifts break down may not be an option for them.

In addition

, one or two-story houses are easier and cheaper to maintain compared to modern apartment towers. The downside of

this

type of dwellings is that they occupy much more land, and since land is cheaper on

city

fringes, new estates tend to be built away from

city

centres.

This

increases commute time to work for their

residents

and negatively affects their quality of life. In conclusion, high-rise and low-rise

buildings

have their unique advantages and disadvantages. In my opinion, high rises are more suitable for younger

residents

and should be built in the areas where

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oung population is prevalent, closer to the

city

centre and employment opportunities. Senior citizens should have a supply of lower dwellings available in quieter locations.

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lexible approach can be a good way to address the needs of

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rowing

city

’s population.