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Don't get me wrong Delts, its a lot better than say- a big box style development- but I still don't like it. Comparing these new age developments to a town center you would find in Europe is like comparing Venice Italy to the Venetian Las Vegas. One of these is going to meet the wrecking ball for something bigger and better while another merits a multi billion dollar dike for it preservation. Great cities develop organically over time, you don't just come in, drop a billion bucks, and give a city a heart/soul. Besides, not pictured behind all the cute mock-up facades in the rendering is a vast expanse of asphalt where the good people of Herriman are leaving behind their Excursions to access the artificial heart of their city. Hardly like in Europe where you can live ABOVE your local baker, walk down to the town square, hang out and have a drink. One of these mentalities favors authenticity and sustainability, the other just simply tries to appear that way.

If we really want to leave behind the Big-box retailer/strip mall age then lets do just that. These "towne centers" are the same old idea only the parkings in the rear.