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@ISIDEWITHQuestionsHousing Issues1yr ago

Should the government incentivize the construction of high density residential buildings?

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.

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 @ISIDEWITHDiscuss this answer...1yr1Y

Yes

 @9LS2CHNLabouragreed…12mos12MO

high density housing is key to bringing down cost, and helping the environment by making our cities more space efficent

 @ISIDEWITHDiscuss this answer...1yr1Y

No

 @9RWHKMKanswered…8mos8MO

No, *again*, the government should not be involved in subsidising housing, construction or the like - it does not EVER manage this work well, wastes a lot of money, and would be taking on a role that private business should be incentivised to do.

 @9NRQTJLNew Zealand Firstanswered…10mos10MO

No, we need to invest in freehold properties instead

 @9MDB3DS answered…11mos11MO

Government on earth has asking the right of building sites and the leading boards

 @ISIDEWITHasked…7mos7MO

Considering your personal lifestyle, how well would you adapt to living in a high-density residential building, and what factors would influence your decision?

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How do you envision the future of housing in big cities, and what role do you see high-density residential buildings playing in it?

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Have you or someone you know ever experienced a change in neighborhood character due to new high-density developments? What was that like?

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Do you believe that the environment benefits more from high-density living situations than from suburban sprawl? Give reasons for your view.

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What personal advantages or disadvantages do you see in living in a high-density residential area compared to a more spacious, single-family home neighborhood?

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How do you think the presence of high-density housing impacts the sense of community and neighborly connection in an area?

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In your opinion, could high-density residential buildings help solve housing affordability issues in your city? Why or why not?

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Do you think there's a stigma associated with living in high-density housing, and if so, what could change that perception?

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How do you feel about converting historic or abandoned buildings into high-density housing, and do you think it preserves or erases history?

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Would you prefer to live in a high-density residential building if it meant shorter commutes and more amenities? Why or why not?

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