Planning

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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Camden, New Jersey Tackles Vacant Properties

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Mayor Dana Redd of Camden, NJ has initiated a revitalization effort in the city.  Vacant properties have plagued the area – dragging down property values, jeopardizing public safety, and decreasing quality of life.  To combat these issues, the mayor established the Business Growth and Development Team to aid city residents, non-profits, and developers redevelop the
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Youngstown, Ohio Shrinks to Revitalize

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In May of 2011, PBS released a  video, as part of “Blueprint America: PBS reports on Infrastructure,” which spotlights Youngstown, Ohio’s efforts to successfully shrink.  The video discusses strategies and tools that the city is using to improve quality of life for residents who continue to live there.   To watch the video, please visit:
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