“We are thrilled to see that so many businesses are excited about parklets. In a short period of time, you can have incredible outdoor space on your street. It’s amazing.”

—Liza Pratt, Great Streets Project, San Francisco
http://sfgreatstreets.org/

Downtown spaces are not just for buildings; they’re for buildings and people.
—Massachusetts State Representative Byron Rushing,
Sponsor of the “Shadow Bill” aimed at limiting new high-rises
that would cast additional shadows on remaining open spaces.

“Open space is not just an amenity. It is one of the most vital institutions in enhancing urban life.”

—Sally Chappell, professor, DePaul University