Jane Jacobs, in her influential book 'The Death and Life of Great American Cities', argued that successful urban environments require:
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Correct answer: Mixed-use neighborhoods with 'eyes on the street' and pedestrian activity
Jacobs challenged the 'top-down' planning of urban renewal, arguing that vibrant cities depend on diversity, short blocks, and a mix of old and new buildings. Her work helped spark the community-led preservation movement.
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