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Originally Posted by I-Hate-Hulse
It's already proven in Marda Loop that there is limited appeal for these 'zero parking' micro-unit buildings in Calgary outside of the downtown core / beltline. The "Marlo" stacked townhouses with 11 parkingless 400 sq ft micro-units below grade has failed to sell, leaving behind a commercial failure and undeveloped parcels.
It always amuses me to no end that many of the loudest voices in the "up not out" movement chose single detached/attached housing for themselves. Just as long as they themselves don't have to live in apartment style condo units I suppose.
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It's more about having different options for different living styles. When I was single, a 500 square foot place was fine. With a partner, a 700-900 square place was great. With a kid a 12-1400 square foot townhouse would be ideal. The only way I would ever see myself needed a house, with 2500+ square feet, would be if I had 3+ children, and I don't see that happening.
I really don't see anyone pushing for more 500 square foot condos. I see people pushing for middle density that decreases commute times.
The reality is most Canadian now have 2 or fewer children (the average woman in Canada has 1.47 children), yet the only options are small condos or fully detached areas in most places, Montreal excluded as they have done that right. I know the "missing middle" has become a cliche, but it's by far the best option for many modern Canadian families. Canadians aren't, typically, having 3 or more kids anymore.