(Co-written by Jenny Roe, Mary Irene DeShong Professor of Design and Health and director of UVA’s Center for Design and Health) There is an ongoing battle for every inch of ground in our cities. Developers want to monetize it. Cars are allowed to monopolize it. People who just want to walk, rest, play, exercise and socialize in it have historically held the weakest ammunition in this battle. But COVID-19 has changed the rules of engagement.