I mean, yes, it does change the character of the area. That's the point. The character of the area is currently an overpriced shithole full of racist pricks h

I mean, yes, it does change the character of the area. That's the point. The character of the area is currently an overpriced shithole full of racist pricks hiding behind NIMBYism, and just about anything proposed to be built in that abandoned parking lot would change the character of the area for the better.