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Should the local government regenerate this area?
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Selected claim, supporting its parent
Historical buildings and other sites may be demolished to make room for the urban regeneration project.
Pros
Cons
Pro claim 1
Sites which are important to minority and immigrant groups may have a difficult time staying, as groups that use these spaces may be less educated on how to speak out for their needs.
Con claim 1
If a historical site is targeted for redevelopment, it is unlikely to have been significant in the first place.
Con claim 2, children below
Urban regeneration often involves the repurposing, rezoning, and revitalizing of historical buildings, so that they can serve a new purpose, while retaining a connection to the past.