"Urbanized areas" refers to regions or places where there are many buildings, houses, and streets, and where lots of people live and work close together. Full definition
They also roost in urbanized areas such as New York City and Chicago where they form large, noisy flocks that can be heard for great distances. (sciencedaily.com)
In fact, the economies of urbanized areas with large declines in driving have been less affected by the recession according to unemployment and poverty indicators. (treehugger.com)
«I will continue to support their efforts because green roofs help improve the quality of our region's critical water resources, particularly by reducing stormwater runoff in highly urbanized areas.» (prweb.com)