Most cities in Europe are set up like this. People walk a few blocks for groceries, to the bakery/cafe, or a restaurant. Other common businesses are pharmacies

Most cities in Europe are set up like this. People walk a few blocks for groceries, to the bakery/cafe, or a restaurant. Other common businesses are pharmacies, drug stores, clothing (separately fashion, thrift, tailor, seamstress, etc), book stores, appliance stores, hardware stores (like Ace not Home Depot), etc. Where it gets ugly is when the buildings get too big, either vertically or horizontally. I would argue that 5 over 1 is actually the sweet spot.