Author: ed. Wilson James Q

Place: England

Publisher: The M.I.T Press

Year: 1966

Pages: 683

ISBN: 262 73015 4

Source: Donated by Charles Correa

Subject: Urbanisation

Sub-Subject: Urban Planning

Keyword: Urban Renewal, Public Policy, Social Impact, Historical Development, Planning and Implementation

Classification: 711.4

Shelf: C1R3

Accession No: B177

Contents: Introduction I- The Economics of Cities and Renewal II- Urban Renewal: Background and Goals III- Urban Renewal in Practice: Three Cases IV- Relocation and Community Life V- Government and Citizen Participation in Urban Renewal VI- Planning and Design VII- Challenges and Responses VIII- The Future of Urban Renewal Index

Abstract: This book examines urban renewal as a complex process aimed at revitalizing cities through economic, social, and physical improvements. It explores the historical background, goals, and impacts of urban renewal, focusing on three case studies to highlight issues like relocation, community preservation, and stakeholder involvement. Washington, D.C. serves as a central example, illustrating the political and social challenges in large-scale redevelopment. The book also discusses the role of government and citizens in shaping renewal outcomes and reflects on future strategies for more inclusive and sustainable urban development, offering a comprehensive overview of urban renewal practices and controversies.