Amenity

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In

land use planning, amenity (lat. amoenitās “pleasantness, delightfulness”) is something considered to benefit a location, contribute to its enjoyment, and thereby increase its value.[1][2]

guest rooms and the provision of facilities such as elevators (lifts), internet access, restaurants, parks, community centres, swimming pools, golf courses, health club facilities, party rooms, theater or media rooms, bike paths or garages
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Residential real estate can benefit from amenities which, in turn, boost property value. Some examples of valuable amenities are proximity to parks and schools, updated fixtures, and bonus living spaces.[4][5] These additional features that make a home desirable can add substantial value to a property.[5]

Public amenities

  • Banks and post offices
  • Cheap and easy access to utilities such as electricity, water, natural gas and internet
  • General and specialized shops and markets
  • Hospitals, clinics, and other medical facilities
  • Libraries
  • Local buses and railway stations and airports and ferry terminals
  • Play schools and schools, colleges and universities
  • Parks, beaches and public areas
  • Roads with easy access to highways

Mobile amenities

Mobile amenities may visit some sites[6] including:

  • Food truck
  • Auto washing and detail service
  • Oil Change
  • Fuel Service
  • Retail Sales Vehicle
  • Mobile Repair Truck (Bike Repair, Golf Clubs)
  • Mobile Hair / Nail Salon
  • Mobile Dentist
  • Mobile Maid

References

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  2. ^ South Gloucestershire Council https://beta.southglos.gov.uk/wp-content/uploads/Assessing-residential-amenity-TAN.pdf
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  4. ^ "7 Surprising Things That Add Value to Your Home". www.uphomes.com. Retrieved 2021-10-21.
  5. ^ a b "Amenities That Add to Your Home's Value". Minteer Real Estate Team. 2015-12-18. Retrieved 2021-10-21.
  6. ^ MOBLZ.com. "Mobile Service Sector Continues Growth". Retrieved 11 December 2019.