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Brownfields and Land Revitalization Technology Support Center

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The Brownfields and Land Revitalization Technology Support Center (BTSC), provided by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, the U.S. EPA, and the Argonne National Library, helps government officials understand the complexities of investigating and cleaning up contaminated sites.  The BTSC works with decision-makers to streamline site reclamation strategies, evaluate technology options, identify and review potential
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Detroit Vacant Property Campaign

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The Detroit Vacant Property Campaign (DVPC) is an initiative of Detroit Local Initiatives Support Corporation and is committed to the revitalization of Detroit.  The DVPC builds a coalition of non-profit organizations, community groups, business leaders, and government officials to more effectively approach the city’s vacant property concerns.  The organization educates homeowners about foreclosures to avoid
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Public interest law and policy center addresses vacant properties

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Business and Professional People for the Public Interest, BPI, is a public interest law and policy center that provides municipalities with resources and tools to address the rise in vacant properties.  The center helps municipalities determine what policies and programs will be most appropriate and decide upon effective implementation steps.  The cite also provides links
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Deed Restrictions Inhibit Vacant Property Revitalization

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The River City Community Church in Bexar County, Texas purchased a Verizon Wireless amphitheater that previously served as an outdoor concert venue for artists such as Toby Keith and ZZ Top.  The amphitheater was vacant for two years because deed restrictions prohibited other entertainment companies from purchasing the property from Live Nation Worldwide.  Many other
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Vacant Property Maintenance is Costly and Time-Consuming

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Numerous housing foreclosures in Schaumburg, Illinois have dramatically increased the number of vacant properties in the city.  Vacant properties often fall into disrepair, degrading the area’s visual appearance and financial value and leading to crimes such as burglary.  City officials utilize considerable time and finances to maintain the abandoned properties. For the full article please
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