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Urban Renewal
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Definition
: The planned upgrading of a deteriorating urban area, involving rebuilding, renovation, or restoration. It frequently refers to programs of major demolition and rebuilding of blighted areas.
Public Law 89-754; specify locale
See Also
Housing
Other names
Urban Development; Urban Renewals; Urban Developments; Renewals, Urban; Renewal, Urban; Developments, Urban; Development, Urban