"It's possible to live your entire life in Brooklyn and never own a car. Of course, public transportation routes and stops are not perfect. There are places in the borough that are not served well at all, but for most people in what is called "brownstone Brooklyn," everyday life doesn't include car ownership. If it isn't prudent or possible to walk or bike, then we hop on a bus or the subway,"
"Nonetheless, today there are more cars on the road in Brooklyn than ever in every neighborhood and all these vehicles need somewhere to park. Parking is a huge issue in most urban settings, there is never enough, at least not where you need it to be. Many neighborhoods, such as Brooklyn Heights and Park Slope, have long been notorious for their scarcity of parking, with people circling the blocks of one-way streets."
Many Brooklyn residents, especially in brownstone neighborhoods, routinely live without owning cars by relying on walking, biking, buses, subways, taxis, and car services. Public transportation routes and stops are imperfect and some areas lack adequate service, but alternatives often substitute for private car ownership. Car ownership has expanded across the borough, increasing the number of vehicles and the demand for parking. Parking shortages are particularly severe in neighborhoods such as Brooklyn Heights and Park Slope, where drivers circle blocks searching for scarce curb space. Automobiles first appeared in Brooklyn in the early 20th century alongside growing manufacturing and major models like the Model T.
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