ION Phase 2 - Cambridge's Light Rail Transit

[ijmorlan]

Here. Why can't we do this in Preston? This seems like the extremely obvious choice. Not only does this align better with, well, EVERYTHING, but it also prevents the total expropriation of 6 properties, and the partial expropriation of 8 (although, it would totally expropriate the beer store in addition, since it would not be accessible by vehicles any longer). It'd ALSO leave the cambridge surplus property stll street facing, for potential redevelopment

I think your idea has some benefits. I would suggest that if they go with the current plan (square block cut into two triangles by the LRT), future redevelopment should involve a single podium covering the entire block covering over the tracks and station. Then some towers on top. This maximizes use of the land on the block, gives an enclosed station, and provides housing with absolutely the best possible connection to transit in this location.

More generally, we should be looking for opportunities for future development to include existing LRT stations.