Adam W. answered • 03/26/19
PhD in World History, AP Grader, 15 Years Teaching Experience
Most historians/textbooks would agree that urban planning emerged in the mid-19th century, from the 1860s on, as the technologies of the second industrial revolution enabled bureaucrats, scientists and engineers to tackle some of the problems associated with increased urbanization and industrial society.
The case study most people discuss is the city of Paris which was nearly completely rebuilt during the era, including with large, wide boulevards that enabled an increased flow of traffic while preventing revolutionaries from blockading the streets.
Additional examples usually focus on clean water and sewage systems, improvements in housing, alleviating congested roads, and the increase in the size and number of public parks/spaces.
