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Efforts to build new housing and alleviate pressure on existing accommodations have faced extensive pushback. The resistance typically stems from the progressive factions within city politics, who cite concerns about the implications of prioritizing developers instead of the working class. The irony is that without sufficient new constructions, the existing infrastructure deteriorates while rents continue to rise.
The Burden of Old Buildings
The challenge of constructing new apartments is fraught with complications that often lead to physical damage to older structures nearby. Reports suggest that construction vibrations from new developments can threaten the structural integrity of long-established buildings, creating a precarious situation for current residents.