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Originally Posted by exit2lef
The key word is "most." Someone who chooses to live downtown, and perhaps works downtown as well, is already making a decision to be less car-dependent. That person will probably use light rail and bus a great deal but also rely on rideshare or the occasional car rental. Focusing solely on public transit misses the point. It's a combination of all available modes of transport, along with the ability to walk more places for basic needs, that lessens the need for cars in an urban environment.
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I have to agree with this. If I were going to look at living at Kennect, Derby, Central Station, Aspire, Adeline or Stewart (which I already have considered), I would do so with the intention of being less car dependant.
Downtown is going to nearly double its size at its current rate of development by 2025. Chances are, a second grocery store could be in the works by then with a multitude of more retail, restaurants, bars, LTR, etc.. There will really be no reason to own a car by 2025 if you live in Downtown. Honestly, you can really get by without a car now if you live closer to Block 23 where you can have access to Fry's. I would imagine a large amount of residents at the Ryan may not have a car do to this reason alone.