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9x9 Grid
SimCity 2000

9x9 Grid

SimCity 2000 9x9 grid layout uses un-developable land for civic buildings, but traffic and highway placement can be issues.

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SimCity 2000 9x9 grid layout uses un-developable land for civic buildings, but traffic and highway placement can be issues.

The 9x9 grid pattern in SimCity 2000 features a large layout with un-developable land ('U') in the center, surrounded by developable land ('R'). Unlike other grid patterns, it is not beneficial to prune the cross-streets. The middle portion of this grid is intended for civic and public structures such as schools, police stations, and parks.

Tips
  • Traffic will become an issue with this large grid, so you'll have to deal with it.
  • Building highways can be awkward with this pattern.
  • You may feel obligated to construct many public buildings, but remember you are benefiting many Sims.

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