Supporters and opponents talk about different concerns.

Supporters emphasize affordability and density; opponents more often cite traffic, environment, safety, and neighborhood character.

FROM THE PAPERFigure 3 · Reasons given at public meetings

Source: Einstein, Palmer & Glick (2019) · Figure 3; PDF p. 22

Keep in mind: The chart describes speakers at meetings, who are not representative of all residents.

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Supporters emphasize affordability and density; opponents more often cite traffic, environment, safety, and neighborhood character.

Source: Einstein, Palmer & Glick (2019)
Figure: Figure 3 · Reasons given at public meetings · Figure 3; PDF p. 22
Keep in mind: The chart describes speakers at meetings, who are not representative of all residents.

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