Project-Planning Practicality of HIAs: Examples from Rockford, IL Neighborhood Revitalization
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A Health Impact Assessment was conducted for the Southwest Main Corridor area of Rockford, IL in collaboration wiht City planning officials, EPA Region 5, EPA Office of Research and Development, and EPA Office of Brownfields and Land Revitalization. Results indicated that intervention strategies could be implemented to help maximize positive impacts and mitigate negative impacts of neighborhood revitalization by targeting solutions to the community, decision-makers, and other stakeholders. HIA results will be considered as Rockford moves forward with long term revitalization strategies.