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Demolition By Neglect: Repairing Buildings By Repairing Legislation, Anna Martin
Demolition By Neglect: Repairing Buildings By Repairing Legislation, Anna Martin
Georgetown Law Historic Preservation Papers Series
One of the biggest problems today facing communities with historic preservation ordinances is delinquent owners who don’t have the will or the finances to maintain their historic properties and landmarks. Historic preservation law plays an important role in building a sense of patriotism and community togetherness, fostering education and providing incentives for aesthetically pleasing architecture. When residents can identify with a community, this creates a dialogue and sense of belonging. There are also environmental and psychological impacts of preserving old buildings, since human beings are positively affected by their surroundings when they feel a "sense of place." When buildings in …
Evaluating Katrina: A Snapshot Of Renters’ Rights Following Disasters, Olympia Duhart, Eloisa C. Rodriguez-Dod
Evaluating Katrina: A Snapshot Of Renters’ Rights Following Disasters, Olympia Duhart, Eloisa C. Rodriguez-Dod
Faculty Scholarship
Hurricane Katrina destroyed the homes of many people living in parts of the Gulf Region. The storm displaced as many as 800,000 victims and it is still difficult for them to return home. Consequently, many homeowners have turned to renting because of the slow recovery process. Renters face added difficulties; they are often the last in line for government benefits and other assistance. There is much hostility towards the rights of renters, creating even more difficulties for them. This article focuses on the difficulties facing evacuee renters in New Orleans following the disaster. These renters face such obstacles as scarcity …