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Originally Posted by Muta
Well if you want an example, in higher density areas the ratio of residence-to-fire hydrant is much higher than that of the suburbs; hence, less infrastructure costs and greater savings for the taxpayer on a comparative level.
But don't worry, my taxes in the inner-city are higher than yours. So I guess that makes it okay.  |
Hmm.. good example. Minus the snooty comment about your taxes.
I wouldn't/didn't buy in downtown calgary because I can't afford the expensive properties and taxes that go with them. Unfortunately if you can, and you chose to live there it's kind of your fault. While I can empathise with what your saying - and I'm sure there is some examples that back up your arguments I don't really care. Increasing downtown density and shopping and lifestyle/entertainment might be nice for some people it has zero bearing on my life. Maybe the odd time I go out to party downtown it might be a smidgen more "interesting" but not an amount that I think it warrants any more thought from me.
I'm not even sure if I'm on topic anymore. Kinda need to go back and re-read how the thread evolved. But I've got to go to some social thingy... which isn't downtown. After that I think I'm meeting someone for a drink, after I try to squeeze in a run/bike that is probably more manageable and pleasant in the suburbs than would be downtown.
But in all that I'll try not to burn down my house (I'm honestly going to go looking for the closest fire hydrant*** as soon as I finish typing though).
*** Opposite side of the street, 10 houses away.