CPLN 631 - Techniques of Urban Economic Development

Institution:

University of Pennsylvania

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Description:

Staff. An examination of public, private and non-profit methods of promoting economic development in cities and regions. Topics to be covered include revenue strategies including use of industrial development bonds, tax increment financing, tax abatements/incentives; adminstrative efforts including creation of economic development corporations and special development districts and other approaches designed to encourage growth and prosperity in urban areas.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.upenn.edu

Phone Number:

(215) 898-5000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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