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Urban blight

Scope note

Use for the condition of urban areas characterized by general deterioration in the quality of existing buildings and infrastructural systems, often caused by adverse economic, environmental, or zoning forces.

Term type

AAT

Getty AAT term number

3000163405

Broader Terms used

social issues

Term used for

blight
urban decay

Created

13yrs ago

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