Blighted Area

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What does Blighted Area mean in American Law?

The definition of Blighted Area in the law of the United States, as defined by the lexicographer Arthur Leff in his legal dictionary is:

A term sometimes used to denominate a locality on its way to becoming a slum, but now used as a rough synonym for “decayed area” or “slum” in statutes providing for slum clearance or urban redevelopment. See, e.g., 42 U.S.C. § 1460(a). The term turned out to be as hard to define in practice as its synonyms, though the government has spent miles of regulations trying.

Concept of Blighted Area in the context of Real Property

A short definition of Blighted Area: A term popular in urban renewal, referring to a run-down area.

Concept of Blighted Area in the context of Real Property

A short definition of Blighted Area: A term popular in urban renewal, referring to a run-down area.