Our population would increase if we had taller buildings too. High rents are caused by a lot of things. The argument that building height is the only cause is not fair. I understand why it is used when advocating for a policy position that this thesis supports.
I will also point out that you live in Logan Circle. One of the highest per sq ft rents in the city. And what makes Logan so beautiful and desirable? Lack of tall buildings, beautiful old homes, etc. If you added tall buildings there it would not be as desirable and everything that makes you want to live there, could be lost. I love walking around Logan Circle. Just like I love walking around Georgetown. But I live in a more affordable area of the city. There are plenty of beautiful neighborhoods with much more affordable rents. More affordable than the suburbs.
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Our population would increase if we had taller buildings too. High rents are caused by a lot of things. The argument that building height is the only cause is not fair. I understand why it is used when advocating for a policy position that this thesis supports.
I will also point out that you live in Logan Circle. One of the highest per sq ft rents in the city. And what makes Logan so beautiful and desirable? Lack of tall buildings, beautiful old homes, etc. If you added tall buildings there it would not be as desirable and everything that makes you want to live there, could be lost. I love walking around Logan Circle. Just like I love walking around Georgetown. But I live in a more affordable area of the city. There are plenty of beautiful neighborhoods with much more affordable rents. More affordable than the suburbs.