Reclaiming vacant lots to develop new areas for housing allows communities to grow without fostering urban sprawl, while supporting healthy community decision principles. This article explores how a Georgia community created a pedestrian-friendly neighborhood on an abandoned industrial area, and identifies the environmental and policy issues faced by the developer.

Target Audience: Grantees, Policy-makers, Policy Influencers, and the Private Sector

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