Demolition a Vast Improvement for Empty, Tattered Newark, NJ, Homes

NSP funding is being used to improve Newark neighborhoods by removing vacant homes deemed unsafe and unstable. The city’s code enforcer said neighbors have been enthusiastic in their support of the city's efforts. The city has used different sources of grant money to demolish about eight dilapidated homes that were beyond repair; the recent demolitions were the result of Neighborhood Stabilization Program funds. The average cost is about $5,000, but asbestos abatement adds another $1,500, according to the city’s code enforcer. At least 10 more are on the list to be demolished.

SOURCE: Newark (NJ) Advocate, 10/23/11

URL: http://www.newarkadvocate.com/article/201110230655/NEWS01/110230301