Talk:Bid rent theory

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[edit] Should include criticisms/critiques

It would be worth noting some of the more general problems with the model. For instance, not accounting for externalities (environmental), planning constraints etc. An accessible example would be the 'Green Belt'. Most importantly that such models are based on an underlying assumption that urban areas are monocentric. Chris.suckling (talk) 10:42, 2 June 2008 (UTC)

[edit] Layout

Could also separate von Thunen's model under a different heading and elaborate on the explanation. Von Thunen's model is a development of Ricardo's, but has little to do with an 'Agricultural Analogy'. Chris.suckling (talk) 10:42, 2 June 2008 (UTC)