# Urban planning studies

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**Created:** [November 4, 2022, 7:40pm UTC](https://forum.newyorkyimby.com/t/urban-planning-studies/22060 "2022-11-04T19:40:58Z")\
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Hi, fellow skyscraper lovers.

Does anyone know of a good urban planning study that mentions the importance of ground level retail with residential and/or parking above it, and the positive effects it has on urban vibrancy?

I want to be able to quote some findings to city council and local people to get them to understand the importance of not just throwing up a parking garage when there are better, more thoughtful options.

Max height would be about 5 stories.

Thanks!