5 urban core districts erased by urban renewal

[thelakelander]

The concept of urban renewal as a method for social reform emerged in England during the 19th century as a reaction to address unsanitary conditions of the urban poor. In many United States cities, it was used by local, state and federal governments as a method to erase many marginalized communities from existence. Here are five examples of neighborhoods in Jacksonville that were completely erased by urban renewal.

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[Charles Hunter]

As always, fascinating and enlightening.

(You've got a community full of planners and the like ... maps would be good    )

[thelakelander]

Here's a general map, although the exact edge boundaries of some areas like Sugar Hill and Hansontown can be debated.

[Charles Hunter]

Thanks, Lake!

"Campbell Hill" is an interesting name. Having driven through the area many times, I don't recall much elevation.

[thelakelander]

It was surrounded by the marshes of McCoys Creek and Brickyard Branch. You can't really see Brickyard Branch anymore because its been filled in.