High density housing refers to housing developments with a higher population density than average. For example, high rise apartments are considered high density, especially in comparison to single-family homes or condominiums. High density real estate can also be developed from empty or abandoned buildings. For instance, old warehouses can be renovated and turned into luxury lofts. Further, commercial buildings that are no longer in use can be refitted into high-rise apartments. Opponents argue that more housing will lower the value of their home (or rental units) and change the “character” of neighborhoods. Proponents argue that the buildings are more environmentally friendly than single family homes will lower housing costs for people who cannot afford large homes.
@9LPB4H81wk1W
Yes but other infrastructure such as public transport, roads, parking and healthcare etc need to be able to support this
@9LG79673wks3W
Depending on the area and population density. However if you can retrofit old warehouses into being an apartment block that’s fine, but not every area needs high rise buildings.
@ISIDEWITH3wks3W
No
@9LWGRNC3 days3D
If affordable and prevents more people becoming homeless then who cares where the housing is. Id rather have a roof over my head than nothing.
@9LPFMSZ 1wk1W
Urban sprawl leads to larger, further-spaced cities which increases car-dependency and deforestation. Urban sprawl is also economically inviable as it produces less tax revenue than higher density suburbs.
@9LP9JJQ1wk1W
Everyone deserves the opportunity to live somewhere affordable that is close to public services and employment opportunities.
@9LKBSV22wks2W
More low density buildings in important areas of a suburb such as shopping centres and/or train stations is not efficient and doesn't give access to services for the most people.
@ISIDEWITH3wks3W
Yes
@9LWGRNC3 days3D
People deserve somewhere to live. Housing has become a vehicle for wealth, but its not ok that this has taken away the basic human right to have a place to live. A poor person doesn't need a mansion, but they deserve some form of housing at a minimum.
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