PoliticsAugust 15, 2026
microdcorridors
MY-kroh-KOR-ih-durz
Definition
Small-scale urban areas or zones designed to combine concentrated local retail and services on the ground floor with residential units located above them.
Etymology
The term is a compound of the prefix 'micro-' (meaning small) and 'corridor' (derived from the Italian 'corridore', meaning a passage or gallery). It is a modern urban planning neologism describing compact, localized strips of development.
In the news
The article uses the term to suggest that urban development should prioritize these mixed-use areas to restore walkability and essential neighborhood services rather than building isolated housing.
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