New York NIMBYs often refer to shadows when trying block the construction of a new building. But as covered in shadows as New York is, it doesn't have a shadow problem. It has an affordability problem. Lots of people are willing to spend crazy amounts of money there (many of whom could live anywhere in the world) because it's still an amazing place to live. More people would love to live there, but there is, of course, a shortage of affordable housing...