Study: Urban Densification Could House 2 Million More Swiss

Research shows densifying 30% of Swiss urban areas could solve housing crisis while preserving 70% of existing urban space.

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Densifying 30% of Swiss urban areas could create housing for approximately two million people.
The proposed strategy preserves 70% of existing urban space while increasing density in the remaining 30%.
The plan involves substantial densification of 8% of built-up areas and moderate densification of 22%.
Communes in Geneva (Vernier, Pregny-Chambésy) and Vaud (Prilly, Pully) are among the top 20 areas with the highest potential for densification.