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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More housing availability yes, but higher density in already congested cities no.
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Change existing laws so that the market can supply adequate housing.
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Yes, make Single-family detached homes more expensive, since its unsustainable.
@9P8NRFMNew Democratic 3mos3MO
Yes, higher density housing/communities can lower the risk of destruction of local ecosystems.
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Yes and incentivize Housing Co-op's rather then private housing
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Yes, as long as it is affordable housing and not luxury condominiums
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Yes, only if they are not luxury condos and are multi-purpose
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I think they should if living situations are tuff / if the area is overpopulated, but if the area doesn't actually need it then I don't see the point in there funds going towards that when there are so many other things they could use the money on.
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Living in such places is not good for people. Increase employment and services in rural areas and build houses that enhance life quality there
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I believe a mix is needed. The affordability of urbanization is harmful to densification. We need to slow urban sprawl in some cities where vacancy rates are high on high residency buildings or find a way to convert high density buildings from ownership to rentable housing. Home and condo ownership is beyond reach for many but the cost of living in urban centres is also too high.
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Only in places that don't hurt nature or historical locations.
@9RC97PLNew Democratic2mos2MO
Yes, but only if certain ratios and quotas for floor space and family oriented homes are met.
@9RC2QHKNew Democratic2mos2MO
Yes, and should be prioritised over single, family homes, especially in cities.q
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