die Nachverdichtung
Translation
densification, infill development, subsequent compaction, urban consolidation
Examples
Die Nachverdichtung in Städten ist ein wichtiges Thema.
Densification in cities is an important topic.
Durch Nachverdichtung entsteht neuer Wohnraum.
New living space is created through densification.
Grammar Patterns
the densification ((in sth.)) Die Nachverdichtung in den Innenstädten nimmt zu.
Similar Words
Innenentwicklung (infill development), urbaner Wandel (urban change)
Etymology
From 'nach-' (after, subsequent) + 'Verdichtung' (compaction, densification). It literally means 'after-densification'.
Memory Tips
Think of 'nach' (after) adding more density ('dicht') to an area that is already developed.