There are concerns about the proposed arena causing the loss of heritage and a cultural landmark in Chinatown. However, proponents argue that most fans will use public transportation and that parking concerns are overblown. They believe that the arena would benefit the community by benefiting many buildings owned by Chinese and Asian Americans. There is a clash between prioritizing the interests of the community and the city as a whole. Opponents point to the negative impact of similar projects on other Chinatowns, such as the decline of DC's Chinatown after the construction of an arena 30 years ago.