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IELTS Essay: Some believe it is important for cities and towns to invest heavily in buildi...

Prompt

Some believe it is important for cities and towns to invest heavily in building large outdoor public spaces. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

#public_space#urban_design#city_investment#community#wellbeing#livability

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Band 7 → 9 — Band 7 writers weigh benefits against costs; Band 9 writers discuss which cities genuinely need more space, how design quality affects outcomes, and how public space investment fits within broader development priorities.

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Key concepts in this essay

public health and mental wellbeing benefits of accessible green and gathering spaces
social cohesion and community engagement
property value and economic spillover effects
maintenance burden and long-term funding requirements
alternative uses of scarce public resources (housing, transit, healthcare, education)

Pitfalls the model essay avoids

Accepting 'heavy investment' without discussing opportunity costs or alternative priorities
Using vague benefits (e.g., 'brings people together') without explaining mechanisms or evidence
Ignoring maintenance and ongoing operational costs alongside initial construction investment

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