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. t <br /> , � „ <br /> ', ' <br /> < < <br /> REPORT HIGHLIGHTS I <br /> Title of Report: Report of A Survey of Blighting Conditions in the Near North <br /> Redevelopment Area in Decatur, Illinois. , <br /> ' Purpose: Provide justification for designating the Near North Redevelopment <br /> Area a "Conservation Area" as defined by Chapter 49.1 of the City <br /> Code. <br /> Report Coordination: Technical and planning services were completed in coordination <br /> and cooperation with the Neighborhood Services Division (NSD). <br /> Conclusion: The Near North Redevelopment Area meets the requirements for <br /> "Conservation Area" designation since: <br /> • 88% of numbered blocks have residences and commercial <br /> buildings over 35 years old. <br /> • 69% of numbered blocks have 3 or more detrimental blighting <br /> conditions. <br /> Recommendation: Report may be used for presentation at public hearing tentatively to <br /> be held on April 6, 2000 and at a City Council session for <br /> "Conservation Area° designation approval. <br /> Page 1 of 5 ' <br /> _ _ _ � <br />