Comment by alsetmusic

> However, a major problem we are having locally is that while that local housing is being built like gangbusters, the infrastructure to support that housing, such as the roads and public transport, hasn't been upgraded in tandem.

The correct response is not to shutdown building more housing. It's for you to get involved and petition your local government to build the infrastructure that you desire.

IMO, people need affordable housing more than you need a short commute. If you don't like that, do something to improve conditions.