Large Lot Program shows the power of private land stewardship in addressing urban vacancy
Tuesday, July 14, 2020 - 02:50
in Psychology & Sociology
In the past 5 years, Chicago residents have purchased nearly 1,300 vacant lots and replaced weed trees and sagging fences with gardens and children's play areas. In doing so, they have demonstrated that transferring city-owned vacant lands to local residents can be a successful strategy for cities seeking to reduce blight and strengthen neighborhoods.