2026-04-12 15:25 UTC
@yantor3d Vancouver I think a few years back instituted a new default of allowing increased density near existing transit; SFH -> 8 apartments. a ton of infill has happened, and while there's currently blowback, proves that if you allow it, they will come! You don't need to build new transit, you just need to add more riders.
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@yantor3d@mas.to 2026-04-12 15:30
@trouble Unfortunately, the land around the light rail system in the greater Portland area is already developed; or worse, highways. These new housing developments are all in a transit dead zone; 3-4 miles from the nearest bus stop, both of which are at the ass end of the network and have low frequency. On the other hand, run a light rail line down Scholls Ferry to Mountainside High School and you'll vastly improve ridership.