A Residential Cluster Development, or conservation development, is the grouping of residential properties on a development site in order to use the extra land as open space, recreation or agriculture. It is increasingly becoming popular in subdivision development for its low impact and sustainability appeal. The idea of clustering housing units dates back to early settlements when houses were grouped to form a common area to defend themselves. Today it serves other advantages, including more green/public space, closer community, and an optimal storm water management. Though cluster development has many benefits, it has issues such as outdated zoning, perceptions of personal space and maintenance of common areas.
According to William H. Whyte, the author of “Cluster Development” there are two types of cluster development. Townhouse development and super development. Examples of townhouse development include Morrell Park, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Hartshone in Richmond, and Dudley Square in Shreveport. Examples of Super Development include Reston, Virginia, Crofton, Maryland, and Americana Fairfax in Virginia.
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