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Grid plan
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a type of city design where streets run at right angles to each other, forming a pattern of squares or rectangles
Example
The grid plan of Manhattan allows for easy numbering and locating of streets and avenues.
Many ancient cities, such as those in Greece, were designed with a grid plan for better organization and access.
The city council chose a grid plan to help reduce traffic congestion and improve public transportation routes.
Planners decided to use a grid plan to ensure that every block had equal access to utilities and services.
The new urban development follows a grid plan, making navigation simple and straightforward.
