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SGA Asks: Of the neighborhoods you've ever lived in or visited, which one is your favorite? Why?

By Claire W., March 14, 2011

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Smart Growth America is excited to continue into the second week of SGA Asks. Each week, we pose a question to our readers to encourage discussion about smart growth ideas in neighborhoods across America. You can engage in the dialogue by commenting on our Facebook page or through Twitter with @SmartGrowthUSA. If you’re not already a fan or a follower, be sure to sign up so you can participate.

Later in the week, we will compile your responses and post them to our blog – providing a diversity of thoughts and opinions on smart growth issues. We’re excited to hear your stories and share them with all of our readers!

This week’s question: Of the neighborhoods you’ve ever lived in or visited, which one is your favorite? Why?