Without any formal training as a planner, Jacobs a renowned urbanist and activist took a community based approach to city planning. Jane Jacobs had a contribution towards urban planning of many cities in the world, like in New York, her work advocated towards not having a car centered approach to city planning.

Important topics she wrote about :

·         Sidewalks

·         Parks

·         Retail Design

·         Self-Organisation

One of her great contributions to planning and economy in the world is her book, “The Death and Life of Great American Cities.” This book highlights the needs of modern urban places, through sampling American Cities.

For more information refer to :

Who was Jane Jacobs? — Jane Jacobs Walk