[kimbernator]

> The idea that a neighborhood's character needs to be preserved is exactly the kind of logic used to justify redlining.

Who is talking about preserving a neighborhood's "character"? We're talking about preserving the concept of a residential area as opposed to abundance of homes being used as commercial hotel-like spaces.

> "Random" people should be able to buy property and use it in the same way that existing owners can.

Sorry, but is it not clear that this is my point?