It looks like Zip Car has struck a deal with
one of the homeowners on the unit block of Channing St NW. There is a new
parking spot in the alley. It seems that they have shifted their business model
to private homes. Only, none of the neighbors were consulted before the
location was put in and it isn`t clear whether they need a permit to run a
business out of the alley in a residential area. We are not crazy about
strangers from outside of Bloomingdale wandering our alley to find a Zip Car.
It would have been nice to know how much foot traffic to expect and how the
company is going to contribute to keeping the alley clean and safe. Does have
experience with Zip Car setting up shop on their block?
I don't think the people looking for Zip Cars will create a crime wave. I would, though, worry about those who might hang out with the intent of robbing the Zippers.
ReplyDeleteLittle solace, I'm sure, to Channing Street homeowners who were not consulted, but I have seen similar alley Zip Car lots on Capitol Hill.
this seems like a heck of a 'chicken little' concern.
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