In overdeveloped states like Florida, each county has its share of packed neighborhoods. Where you don't walk to the neighbor's porch to borrow some eggs. You just open a window, reach out and tap on their window. Which is a couple of feet from yours.
Lots of modern residential developments are like this in a Florida. The place where a 'yard' is having enough space on the side of the house to store a hose, or maybe a potted plant. If you want a fence, you end up sharing it with the neighbor you can hear snoring from his bedroom. Which is ten feet from yours.
If you had the means, you can get a reprieve by retreating into a gated golf community. Better amenities, more space and better landscaping. Although, that is starting to change.
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