Concepts of urban development in the light of sustainable development

The article shows the concepts of urban development in accordance with sustainable development. Discusses model Compact City, Smart Growth, Green City and Eco City. Development must be environmentally friendly and should strive to increase the efficient use of energy and raw materials. Among the principles of the concept are mentioned: environmentally friendly transportation, use of renewable energy, sustainable construction, good management of waste and water management, teleinformatics. The city, where socio–economic development based on modern green solutions become more competitive and attractive. Currently designers create models of green cities whose development is completely environmentally friendly. In order to achieve sustainable development are needed responsibly action of enterprises, households, public administration and all of the subjects located in the city