In many cities, planners have located shops, schools, offices, and homes in specific areas which were widely separated from each other. Do you think advantages of this policy outweigh disadvantages for city residents?

Modern zoning has often separated homes, offices, schools and shops in the hope of creating orderly cities with clear functions. The disadvantages of this policy generally outweigh the advantages for residents because it increases travel demand, weakens neighbourhood life and makes daily routines less efficient, although some separation of harmful land uses remains necessary.