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Originally Posted by Sura
I can't wait to see how NoSoNo changes for the better.
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Same here, the area is ripe for some dense development. 570 Piedmont Avenue is a great location for more infill, too.
Cannot believe the stitch hype video includes a new free-standing parking garage, however. So Atlanta... I'd like to see the stitch happen, but I feel like there will be a large internal battle with the city on whether we should do more high capital projects like this or more smaller projects throughout the city. My initial preference is a balance of both, with major focus on high impact crosstown projects, as well as improving general walkability. BeltLine (with LRT), continuous crosstown complete streets (including BRT), continuous crosstown multi-use trails/grade/barrier separated lightweight transportation lanes, traffic signals/stop signs at intersections that lack them, and pedestrian plazas should be a priority. A few high capital projects are also good for the city. Capping the connector is ambitious and worthy of pursuit. Bellwood Quarry park is another worthwhile investment.