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At its best, redevelopment is a partnership bringing the public and private sectors together to address the problems of urban decay prevalent in many American cities. At its worst, the redevelopment process pits agencies and property owners against each other, making them competitors rather than partners. When the redevelopment process fails to be inclusive, with agencies, and property owners working in tandem, projects derail, legal battles ensue, community goodwill suffers, and the local economy loses. However, with some planning and creativity, those consequences can be avoided.