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Originally Posted by Dralcoffin
Sorry, but I respectfully disagree. Higher density can only boost all of those factors you mention.
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And I respectively choose to disregard the opinion of someone that lives in Iowa City with respect to this subject.
And no, more density doesn't always mean more shops and restaurants. There's only so much street level real estate to be had. And even so, having every street consist of ground level retail (as opposed to side streets with rowhouses, etc.) detracts from the attractiveness and liveability of a neighborhood.
The NYC subway can surely handle more riders throughout the day, but certain lines are already stretched beyond capacity at rush hour. Why do you think they're building the Second Avenue Subway? There are trains that stop in station and you literally cannot get on because there is no room.