*6.3.1. Urban sprawl suitability in the economic scenario*

Restrictive areas were defined as historical protection areas, current built-up areas, water surfaces (lake and rivers), and security zones (military security areas). There was no limitation on LUC and LUA or wetland usage in the area. In this scenario, urban change was presumed continuous in the future like in the last 13 years.

Suitability degrees were classified into five categories and constrained areas. In the economic scenario, particularly, medium and high suitability regions covered 35% and 32%, respectively. Restrictive areas only covered 12% of the total area (**Figure 7**).

**Figure 7.** Distribution of the urban sprawl suitability under the economic scenario.
