@MorlockP imo what's missing is trees / greenery and public spaces within easy walking distance; the question is how to have all that while also being affordable (which prob requires keeping the same density)... ofc this is abt the developer & site planning process more than the buyers
@MorlockP they're already duplexes w tiny side yards, I'd suggest making them row houses to reclaim the side yards (into pocket parks?), adding street trees, and pulling them closer to the street on the front to create more backyard space for gardening
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