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Originally Posted by combusean
The problem with eliminating parking requirements is that neighbors hate it when people in new developments park around the building, because, you know, they own public space.
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That's the classic justification for parking minimums: to prevent "intruder" parking in neighborhoods. That should really only be a concern in areas where most residents own cars but can park only on the street. Of course, the situation is amplified by the misperception of many homeowners that their deeds include the curbs in front of their houses.
In downtown Phoenix, however, the situation is different. Even the historic districts adjacent to downtown generally have their own driveways and carports or garages. In the downtown core, most street parking is already metered. In my dream scenario, car owners would either pay for a parking space at their own building if one is available or pay for a space in a garage within a few blocks. As a result, "intrusion" into nearby neighorhoods would be minimal and what little occurs could be addressed by a resident permit system if needed.