Recommendation CC.29
Recommendation Status: Expand
Conduct blight studies in areas with high vacancy that may qualify for redevelopment incentives.
This recommendation helps achieve the following
Complete Communities
Responsible
Growth
Leading the Region
Inclusive Economies
Key Issues Addressed
Related Planning Topic Areas
Applicable Geographic Scales
Countywide
Municipalities
Sub-geographies
Equity Considerations
New investment opportunities in areas experiencing disinvestment will lead to opportunities for development and growth.
Sustainability Considerations
Creating inclusive investment and equitable development can lead to the remediation of parcels for development.
Implementation
Lead Partner(s)
St. Louis Economic Development Partnership
Supporting Partner(s)
Timeline
Low
(Less than $1 mil)
Medium
($1-5 mil)
High
($10+ mil)
Medium-term
(5-10 Years)
Ongoing
Near-term
(Within 5 Years)
Long-term
(10+ Years)
Project, Partnership, or Policy
Project
Partnership
Policy
St. Louis County Department of Planning
Cost
Potential Funding Sources
St. Louis County general operations
Community Development Block Grant
Tracking Implementation
Tracking Success
Increase number of developable sites that are deemed a priority by the private market.
If overperforming, what should we do?
Direct attention high vacancy areas still having substantial challenges with attracting private investment.
If underperforming, what should we do?
Prioritize areas the high vacancy based on those closer to attract private investment.