This document provides an overview of urban planning in Israel from 1948 to 2011. It discusses several key plans and policies that shaped Israel's development, including the Sharon Plan in 1952 which aimed to settle immigrants and disperse the population throughout the country. The National Outline Plan 35 from 2005 focused on strengthening cities, public transport, and regional development. Facts from 2009 show Israel's high population density and urbanization, with most people living in 220 cities and towns. The document also notes Tel Aviv's ranking as the 52nd largest metro economy in the world.