Greater LA

More open space, roof gardens, balconies: Rethinking urban design during COVID-19

The idea of denser development near transit hubs is popular with city planners. It could increase the amount of affordable housing and decrease car commuting. However, the coronavirus pandemic has given opponents new ammunition against density.

By Steve Chiotakis • May 6, 2020 • 1 min read

The idea of denser development near transit hubs is popular with city planners. It could increase the amount of affordable housing and decrease car commuting. However, the coronavirus pandemic has given opponents new ammunition against density.

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Greater LA

More open space, roof gardens, balconies: Rethinking urban design during COVID-19

The idea of denser development near transit hubs is popular with city planners. It could increase the amount of affordable housing and decrease car commuting. However, the coronavirus pandemic has given opponents new ammunition against density.

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Greater LA

More open space, roof gardens, balconies: Rethinking urban design during COVID-19

The idea of denser development near transit hubs is popular with city planners. It could increase the amount of affordable housing and decrease car commuting. However, the coronavirus pandemic has given opponents new ammunition against density.

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