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QueenMiza t1_ivgooax wrote

Reply to comment by Brave_Half in Ballot, question 1: In general, I'm against rezoning for commercial, but does the property owner want it rezoned or is the city asking for it? by wederservebetter

Thank you for explaining that. I was on the fence about this cause we need more housing in Springfield, but not if doing so allows corporations more tax breaks. Their (company) savings never trickle down to benefit anyone but their own coffers.

Nothing in this town, south and east of Grand and Kansas Expy should ever be allowed a "blighted" label.

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julianne353 t1_ivhkh12 wrote

I think we need more affordable housing. I’m not sure this is what that will be. Someone feel free to correct me if I’m wrong. Many of these new developments are fairly pricey apartments/lofts.

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Low_Tourist t1_ivi6x0h wrote

They are "luxury apartments." This new development is planned to start at between $1600 and $1800/mo.

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QueenMiza t1_ivk4qx1 wrote

I hope that's for family sized apartments. Is there even a demand at that price point for single inhabitant dwellings?

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reiks12 t1_ivkgtqe wrote

There is a big demand for that area, Quarry Town and Township have long waiting lists.

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