I would guess that environmentalist aims have very high support and they are often reasonable. However the problem in Halifax is that you can find a stream on or a lake near any proposed site and argue that a huge buffer needs to be created for environmental purposes, such that high density or transit-friendly development is de facto banned in greenfield areas (don't even think about putting tall towers in!). I get the impression that the wealthier and more engaged neighbourhoods end up with the most "sensitive" natural areas near them that are the most likely to become parks (e.g. the buffer between Boulderwood/Williams Lake and Spryfield).
HRM does not do well with accessibility of these natural areas either. A lot of them are just informal trails you get to by car in some subdivision or they have no access at all and they're backyards for the residents nearby. Maybe the federal urban park program will change that somewhat.
Last edited by someone123; Apr 29, 2022 at 3:36 PM.
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