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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Response rates from 143 Liberal voters.
78% Yes |
22% No |
78% Yes |
22% No |
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Unique answers from Liberal voters whose views went beyond the provided options.
@B4SR5552 days2D
That's too open ended. The community needs to be able to accommodate the high density. Employment, fire, police, healthcare, roads, access.
@B4QZ7DZ5 days5D
We need a variety. Not just high density - medium, as well as mixed buildings.
And old buildings being repurposed need to be properly retrofitted. I've experienced loft condo living with no soundproofing between floors and it was miserable, plus it was impossible to heat or cool properly.
Buildings need to be thoughtfully integrated into the existing neighborhoods.
@B4LXVPB2wks2W
Medium density is needed more than high density. And get rid of old zoning laws to allow for more mixed use plots
@cnewitt422wks2W
Depends on the area, if it's a major city, then add higher density residential building, if it's a minor village, just make houses
@B43QV9M1mo1MO
Yes, these should also be co-ops where all renters are owners and have a say in evictions, repairs, mangement
@B3QGP691mo1MO
We don’t want to create undesirable ghettos for people to live in . High density buildings means smaller housing meaning for family’s lower quality of life so I would recommend this style of building for uni students due to them being 1 person but honestly if you want to be cost effective go ahead but it will en up being ghettos where people will live on cheap rent and bad housing , why not invest in helping these family’s or people find better housing with this money , the à out of aid depending on your situation again prioritizing family’s, old people and the handicapped.
@B3FXT7C2mos2MO
Yes, if it’s purpose is affordable housing for people who cannot afford a single family dwelling, or if space is an issue in high density urban areas.
@B38NWBT2mos2MO
I would rather old commercial buildings be converted for high density housing. For new constructions, they should be tiny homes. More people should have access to the privacy of their own home without having to share walls with other tenants, or be at the mercy of landlords or whoever is in charge.
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