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§ 8-4-3. Definitions

As used in this chapter, the term: “Blighted areas” means: Areas in which there is a predominance of buildings or improvements, or which are predominantly residential in character, and which, by reason of: Dilapidation, deterioration, age, or obsolescence; Inadequate provision for ventilation, light, air, sanitation, or open spaces; High density of population and overcrowding; The […]

§ 8-4-4. Power of Authorities to Prepare Redevelopment Plans and to Undertake Redevelopment Projects; Scope of Authorities’ Powers, Privileges, and Immunities

Any housing authority established pursuant to Article 1 of Chapter 3 of this title, the “Housing Authorities Law,” is authorized to prepare or cause to be prepared redevelopment plans and to undertake redevelopment projects within its area of operation, in accordance with this chapter. In undertaking such redevelopment projects, a housing authority shall have all […]