legacy cities

Vermont Designation Programs a Popular Tool for Comprehensive District Redevelopment

Vermont Designation Programs a Popular Tool for Comprehensive District Redevelopment

Jumpstarting development is a perennial struggle for legacy cities all over the country. Some communities lack the training and technical assistance know-how to tap into existing resources, some lack financial capital to incentivize development, and some simply don’t know where to start work in their communities.

How Massachusetts Helps Local Jurisdictions Attract Market-Rate Housing

How Massachusetts Helps Local Jurisdictions Attract Market-Rate Housing

In many weak-market neighborhoods, public investment is often required to catalyze private development. However, in legacy cities, local governments often do not have the resources to take this first step towards revitalization, which presents an opportunity for states to support local municipalities.