> Is it even possible to build new housing when the population density is already at 20k people per square kilometre, like in the cities mentioned? Absolutely.

> Is it even possible to build new housing when the population density is already at 20k people per square kilometre, like in the cities mentioned? Absolutely. The most expensive parts of Manhattan have tons of 3-4 story townhomes that would become 12+ stories practically overnight if the zoning allowed it. Not to mention all the single-family detached homes near subway, PATH, and LIRR stations nearby. > There's a trend towards urbanization because people move to where the jobs are. Look at how many people stayed in or moved into NYC after their jobs became fully remote in the last 2 years. It's a lot.