Content size

[Haarek]

If someone really doesn't want to get the content they won't be able to enjoy 90% of gmod servers.

It is a small drop in the bucket to fix these 2 problems with errors to fix the whole problem all together, suddenly we are one of the 10%. 

It's a question of long term enjoyment with quality content at the cost of slightly longer initial loading times <--- And performance or a barebones server with a slightly better loading time.

Right now it is about reducing obviously visible errors for new players getting introduced to the server for the first time. 
The problem is apparent; There are obvious errors on the roadside and not even cash money can be viewed by players that do not have the required content. That can be fixed!   

The solution to the mentioned problem is not to disable CSS props, but to replace the models with other ones. 

The best option for the server is clear. There is a distinct direction FL is heading in where content size is considered but not allowed to compromise the quality.

Also intial download times for gmod servers are an age already regardless of content. People are used to waiting.

There is a common misconception that quality stems from content; quality stems from an active playerbase, good resonated updates and replayability. 
An engaging update does not require content (i.e.  daily goals). The point is not to strip the server of it's content, it is to actively take steps to reduce it!

"Also intial download times for gmod servers are an age already regardless of content. People are used to waiting."

No, as a matter of fact; download times for gmod servers are almost solely dependent on content. Just because people are used to waiting does not mean they want to.