The lot at wedgemere is small but its not that small. 119 spots according to the google.
I'm no architect but for this hypothetical montvale station, i see two ways to go. Zero parking, 100% walkup. OR a raised parking structure built over the track & station, level with montvale ave.
Given that I live nearby, a walk up only station would work for me. But if people from 2-4 miles away can't drive over, they're very unlikely to use it.
Attached is a GIS map of the spot. I suppose they could drain/pipe in the little swamp land and put a parking lot there. Access via the unused stub of the Stoneham branch, and/or Silk St.
I guess all it would take is will, and money.
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