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Redevelopment should not be driven by profit alone. It must prioritize protecting existing residents and delivering long-term benefits to communities living there. Therefore, the adoption of urban renewal must be anchored to households, with a vision to improve the quality of life for households and neighbourhoods.

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Jul 22, 2025
Maintain or Demolish? Rethinking Urban Renewal Priorities
This article argues that urban renewal must prioritize maintenance over demolition. Not every old building needs to be demolished. Many can be preserved through proper building maintenance and thoughtful refurbishment.

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