Columbus Neighborhood Follows Smart Growth Path

In Columbus, OH, an urban neighborhood takes a "smart growth" approach to draw up redevelopment plans. Residents think the redevelopment will enhance their property.

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February 6, 2001, 7:00 AM PST

By Abhijeet Chavan @http://twitter.com/legalaidtech

"In many places, a new development with offices, stores and 700 homes on 43 acres would have neighbors frantic in their opposition. But in Italian Village, residents think the Jeffrey Square development will enhance their property. ...Plans call for the development to match Italian Village's atmosphere and mix of businesses and homes. "

Thanks to Ryan Aeh

FULL STORY: Project in Italian Village follows 'smart growth' path

Monday, February 5, 2001 in The Columbus Dispatch

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