摘要：In this paper we will analyze the current situation of the settlements in the municipality of Kaçanik, which aims controlled development and rational use of lands, and this can be achieved by increasing the density of housing, filling gaps within built-up areas. This would affect the efficient development of infrastructure, as well as easier access to inhabitants in this system. Compact development of settlements will contribute to the preservation of agricultural land, while in the other hand; settlements will be transformed into attractive and functional areas for the population. To achieve these goals we must take into account the following elements: the density of population, demographic projections and processes, existing constructed surfaces, land categories.
