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Why do you think interest rates aren't a component of a construction slow-down? For that matter, do you not attribute any of it to macro level forces? It's all the Mayor's policy choices? If we can't help the poor, what are we even doing here?

Yes, and even if it's the 10% cyclist, 1% pedestrian, I'd nevertheless place priority on the sidewalk. If there is room for both sidewalk and bike improvements, then great, but if not, the pedestrian is the higher priority to me. That said, current data might not be too useful. Think about how...

I hate to say this, because I really want to cut down on parking induced car reliance, but for that particular location, I do not think less than one parking spot per unit is viable. It's a mile walk to Forest Hills, or there is the infrequent 14 bus that isn't particularly useful unless your...

Chestnut Hill Ave could also use much wider sidewalks. I'm pretty sure at least some of the eastern side of it is not ADA compliant.

$1,000 per month regular studios sound great. And when we get there, we should also have $500 per month micro studios. It's not a matter of forcing dystopia on people, it's a matter of broadening choice.

I think it really comes down to whether people want something mainly for getting around the neighborhood or whether they want something that helps with those trips to downtown. If the rapid transit connection is at Broadway, then I suspect most people would continue to use one of the bus routes...

I don't think we should be using anecdota to question data. If we want to go down that road, I've been pulled over at least twice that I can recall in Boston, and I don't even drive much. So it happens.

I think this is an interesting point, but it makes me wonder whether tall buildings are the only indicator for underlying fundamentals we all embrace? And again, to go back to the point that @chrisbrat has been making, there are examples of truly great cities for which building height does not...

I've read that the park at the end of the channel is specifically part of the sea rise/storm surge mitigation strategy. But it's also nice to get a good sized park, so I'd say this is definitely win-win.

I really like that building, but it's just too car-centric. It's a 20-25 minute walk to Winchester Center, which just wouldn't work for me.

I use it when coming from Roslindale Square. I honestly don't find the jog from Lee St to be problematic, but I am also somebody who is very comfortable taking the lane. Doing that is pretty effective there, but @FK4's sidewalk approach also sounds like a great solution. As for why I tend to go...

The politicians likely know, but they count on the ignorance of their uninformed constituents to allow them to take the easy route of blaming their problems on liberal, coastal elites, who were born elsewhere. It can be an effective technique if your goal is simply to be re-elected.

What are these, swimming pool steps? Why can't they go with something that matches the wood railings elsewhere in the plaza? It may seem like a small thing, but this looks really out of place.

Nice to see this particular style of bike parking in @BeeLine's picture. You can do a proper three point locking technique with these. And there is room for a lot of bikes. (y)

The problem with her answer is that she didn't address any of the other locations where flex posts have been removed (eg Arlington St, Summer St). She spoke about a planning process to determine where upgrades to more permanent fixtures should happen. That's great, but why remove the flex posts...

I don't know how many people do, but I use it when I bike to areas in Brighton. I definitely see other bike riders on it, but it might not have the same use density as Harvard St. I don't think I've ever ridden on Hamond, so not sure how that one compares. But as is always the case, build it and...

Congratulations, you've found one destination for which the Silver Line is better. That doesn't alter the inequality much. If the HSL is inadequate, then Milton should partner with the state on building something better. But why would the state do that if Milton can't even make a ridiculously...

:rolleyes: You do know it's possible to form different opinions on this topic, right? And the assumption that we don't know the history or who the line serves is laughable if I'm being charitable. Since you felt the need for a gratuitous insult, I think I've asked you this question before, but I...

The street level is pretty consistent with older buildings nearby. This shot from street view shows 114 and 116. Note the garages. I actually kind of like this for primarily residential streets. It has a bit of a San Franciso vibe, and makes good use of the hill as a feature. As for the...

It's absolutely insane trying to bike through there unless you are already on the river path.