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Mini-Neighborhoods

How can a neighborhood be subdivided to define a mini-neighborhood? Creating mini-neighborhoods as described in Oscar Newman's "Creating Defensible Space" can significantly adjust aspects of a community, including increased interaction amongst inhabitants and decreased rates of crime.

A. face rear yards to neighboring front yards
B. restructure streets to remove vehicular through-traffic
C. ensure 2 entries off an arterial street are provided
D. zone mini-neighborhoods to contain between 10-12 streets


Answer is B. restructure streets to remove vehicular through-traffic, enabling a safer zone for interaction between neighbors.
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