The news out of Coquitlam this week is that plans are in the works for more density in Burquitlam and some residents are concerned about traffic and tower heights while others support the projects that provide some rental housing.
Arguably, both Port Moody and Coquitlam will be challenged over the next decade to respond to development demands around the Evergreen Line. Many current residents have grown up here with memories of small-town life when everyone knew their neighbours, schools were within walking distance and children could play all day in empty fields and forests.
Soon, there will be as many or more people living in condos than single-family homes. That doesn’t have to be a bad thing if a concerted effort is made provide green space and parks, community centres and other lively spaces where people, including children and seniors, can safely connect and interact.
