Encrucijadas serranas, forma urbana y soporte natural: el impacto ambiental de la ciudad extendida: Río Ceballos

Abstract

The metropolization process in Córdoba has motivated territorial transformations in small citiesof Sierras Chicas and, in particular, the town of Río Ceballos. As result of the internal migrations from the Capitalthis townshows a constant increase ofthe intercensal growth rate (2.5%).These transformations-characterized by urban growth in extension with low housing density-have determined occupation modes of the territory with high pressure on the natural support. There is a deterioration of the landscape qualities and loss of environmental resources.In this context, the research aims to recognize the environmental impact of current occupation modes. It is possible to interpret and value the transformations in the mountain territoryworking with the definition of impact indicators and the elaboration of cartographies that integrate urban forms and natural support -vegetation, soil, hydrography, topography, etc.