Follow up from @jonjon.jpeg Yards serve a purpose beyond just ornamentation. There are real architectural and human behavior aspects to them, especially as a transition between public and private space. That in-between zone is part of what makes people feel comfortable enough to sit on a porch, look out a window, and stay connected to the street. With that said, cities are constantly evolving, and yards need to be able to evolve as well. In more extreme cases, the form of the yard can change entirely with different setback patterns or uses. But even in less extreme cases, our idea of what a yard should be shouldn’t be frozen in time. #UrbanDesign #WalkableCities #HousingPolicy #StrongTowns #UrbanPlanning