Renderings from the Albina Vision Trust show a lively new neighborhood in the Rose Quarter area.

Your Oregon News asked readers how they like the new renderings released for the Rose Quarter Albina Vision development plan.

About 36% of readers said they like it, and another 12% said they love it. About 28% are undecided; 16% dislike it; and 12% loathe it.

Most readers are visitors to the area, with 63% saying they seldomly spend time in the Rose Quarter; 21% saying they often do; 4% saying they spend time there every day; 4% said multiple times a week; 8% saying they never go there.

Many readers agree the area could use improvements, as it currently feels disconnected.

Here’s what readers have to say about the Rose Quarter vision:

Reader: “Both of my grandparents’ homes were torn down. What was there can really never be replaced. It was a hardship for both but since they are both dead how will this make a difference. Maybe if it creates a hub for grandchildren of those displaced it could be a plus.”

Reader: “It reconnects the city and brings back the diversity it once had. I-5 is a tool of racism. Anything we can do to bring back connections will improve the health and wellness of the historic Albina community.”

Reader: “The old neighborhood is gone forever. The people who lived there have all found new places to live. Trying to reconstruct the old neighborhood is a lost cause. New housing will be going to people who can afford new apartments.”

Reader: “The new renderings are pretty.”

Reader: “I live nearby and I also go to Moda Center and the neighborhood and Rose Quarter feel completely disconnected.”

Reader: “Looks to be Pedestrian and biking friendly. Lots of tree canopy. Interesting architecture.”

Reader: “No tall buildings, lots of greenery.”

Reader: “Almost anything is better than what we have now.”

Reader: “It is too crowded, ugly buildings, not walking friendly.”

Reader: “I don’t understand this plan.”

Reader: “The vocabulary of the slanted rooftops is interesting but seems almost a bit out of the ‘70s. I like to see all the trees and hope that comes to pass. Covering the freeway and unifying both sides will be a good thing.”

Responses have been edited for clarity.

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