The Development Process

Abstract

Over time the demand for land resources changes, brought about by changes in the size and composition of the population, the relative incomes of different groups, attitudes towards accommodation, the rate of growth of economic activity, methods of transport and the techniques of production and distribution. On the supply side, existing buildings wear out or become less suitable to present uses, and the costs of constructing new buildings or adapting old buildings change. Development is the response to such changes.