Americarsquo;s landscape is undergoing a profound transformation as demand grows for a different kind of American Dream--smaller homes on smaller lots; multifamily options; and walkable neighborhoods. This trend presents a tremendous opportunity to reinvent our urban and suburban areas. But in a time of fiscal austerity; how do we finance redevelopment needs? In Foundations of Real Estate Development Finance: A Guide for Public-Private Partnerships; urban scholar Arthur C. Nelson argues that efficient redevelopment depends on the ability to leverage resources through partnerships. Public-private partnerships are increasingly important in reducing the complexity and lowering the risk of redevelopment projects. Although planners are an integral part of creating these partnerships; their training does generally not include real-estate financing; which presents challenges and imbalances in public-private partnership.This is the first primer on financing urban redevelopment written for practicing planners and public administrators. In easy-to-understand language; it will inform readers of the natural cycle of urban development; explain how to overcome barriers to efficient redevelopment; what it takes for the private sector to justify its redevelopment investments; and the role of public and nonprofit sectors to leverage private sector redevelopment where the market does not generate sufficient rates of return. This is a must read for practicing planners and planning students; economic development officials; public administrators; and others who need to understand how to leverage public and non-profit resources to leverage private funds for redevelopment.
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0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. A photographic journey through AcadianaBy Donna L Phillips200 color photos of architecture; landscapes; wildlife; and artifacts of Acadiana. The author and photographer also cover the BP oil spill and hurricanes Katrina and Rita. This book takes the reader to many tourist attractions such as heritage-type museums in Louisiana. Every book lover in Louisiana should own this volume. And to have a better picture of Louisiana culture and issues on coastal erosion; you need to also read Mr. Brasseauxs book "Aint There No More; Louisianas Disappearing Coastal Plain".8 of 8 people found the following review helpful. Lovely story of AcadianaBy D. RodneyThis is a lovely book. The pictures are beautiful and haunting and the text is very informative. You will find a lot of history of the area in a concise format. These authors did a wonderful job capturing the mystique and beauty of our region.5 of 5 people found the following review helpful. Not just a pretty face!By Judy LogueThe pictures of the Acadiana area are lovely; and I initially purchased the book as a pictorial addition to the coffee table; but text is outstanding. It is well researched and could become tedious reading but for the gorgeous photos. It is one of the best histories of the area I have read; and I am a Cajun from right there. It greatly exceed my expectations.
