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-The masterplan proposes a model of “do-it-yourself” DIY Urbanism, where zoning laws are replaced by a self organizing strategy. -Development would be based on an individual’s need and is not restricted on form, size or programme but would be in a way that would be in harmony with the other residents. A software, the HouseMaker©, would assist inhabitants in building their home. -The absence of zoning encourages the development of diverse units that would enable the creation of a lively neighborhood. -Communal amenities such as power, public greens,urban agriculture can be initiated by the residents , who would be able to make decisions on how the land can be used in their neighborhood. -This reinstates the idea of a “crowd planning” strategy, where the end-user decides on the amenities required and how they would be developed, creating lesser dependency on Government bodies. -The clusters within the development are enveloped by a green ring consisting of mixed landscapes ranging from public greens to urban agriculture. -The creation of productive landscapes is also proposed to provide food security and bridge the gap between grower and consumer. -The landscape would be interspersed between the structures, so as to avoid a closed-off green space at only one location. -The project talks about “ downscaling” referring to the creation of accessible and productive landscapes for every neighborhood rather than having large swathes of agricultural land disconnected from the city. -MVRDV refers to this project as “liberated urbanism”, where the planning is highly participatory and the inhabitants are enabled to take key decisions through specialized tools developed for the project.