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Originally Posted by blankall
There's also inherent expectations that anyone who buys land in a growing city should have. Over time, the city is going to grow and expand. The idea that existing owners should be able to freeze a portion of the city in whatever state most suits them is absurd.
People love the increase in property values from growing cities. They would never sell their property at below market value. Yet, when a slight nuisance like upzoning comes along, they're all up in arms.
I have zero sympathy.
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To me, this is the best argument to preserving the status quo and makes perfect sense.