For those arguimg against the demo of these homes, are you aware of the condition of these "homes" that are slated for demo? About half of them, I can't even get in [[part of my job requires me to). They are too dangerous. Literally falling apart, and presenting a danger to people. Yes, some are worse than others, and I have seen homes that are in better shape than others structurally speaking. But to renovate them and bring them into compliance would cost 10X than the house is worth. Homes that have doors, windows, sound roofs, all the plumbing, fixtures, HVAC stuff - these homes are not being demolished. Homes with a caved-in roof, fire damaged, all of the fixtures/metal,HVAC stuff, have all been ripped out, exposed to the elements - these are the "homes" that are being demolished, for the most part.