Downtown density

The first thing planners should consider before adopting the misinformed view that supports the idea that we must increase the central city's density and build huge buildings with inadequate parking: What effect does it have on the neighborhood - the people that live there? This should be a separate concern from what is to be done about affordable housing. Again, the first consideration should be for the people who have homes and lives in those neighborhoods slated for disaster. Downtown density benefits paid planners/consultants, developers and construction companies. Seems clear, simple to understand. Then, planners can consider appropriate areas to do this intrusive building.

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Comment Opposing “By-Right” Daycare Centers in the R-A Residential District as proposed in the draft UDC

I write to formally oppose the proposed November 2025 UDC draft change that would designate “Daycare center” as a permitted by-right ( or as a "principle") use in the R-A (Residential-A) zoning district. Allowing large daycare centers (serving 16 or more children) outright in low-density residential areas is contrary to sound planning practice and the City’s own zoning principles. My objections, grounded in recognized planning principles and comparative regulations, are outlined below.High-Intensity, Incompatible Impacts in Low-Density NeighborhoodsDaycare centers are inherently higher-intensity, non-residential facilities that generate significantly more activity than a typical single-family home. They attract frequent pick-up/drop-off traffic, create parking…