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Shrinking Smart: Containing Urban Decline in Decatur, IL

Burns, Iain

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Burns_Iain-Capstone Report.pdf
Burns_Iain_CapstonePoster.pdf

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https://hdl.handle.net/2142/122300

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Title
Shrinking Smart: Containing Urban Decline in Decatur, IL
Author(s)
Burns, Iain
Contributor(s)
Greenlee, Andrew
Issue Date
2022
Keyword(s)
  • urban decline
  • Rust Belt
  • abandonment
Date of Ingest
2024-03-27T15:50:24-05:00
Geographic Coverage
Decatur, Illinois
Abstract
Urban decline is a phenomenon seen in many cities in the North American 'Rust Belt,' including the city of Decatur, Illinois. Decatur's urban decline is observable in its population trajectory; poverty rates; housing vacancy rates; and racial inequality. This report examines the history of Decatur's urban decline and suggests several strategies for containing urban decline in the city, including expanding housing code enforcement measures and revitalizing the local economy by capitalizing on local strengths.
Series/Report Name or Number
MUP Capstone
Type of Resource
text
Language
eng

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