http://www.zillow.com/advice-thread/Does-anyone-no-why-this-is-happening-it%27s-not-just-the-economy-it-has-been-going-on-for-a-long-time/214991/ Zillow Advice | Zillow Real Estate http://www.zillow.com/advice-thread/Does-anyone-no-why-this-is-happening-it%27s-not-just-the-economy-it-has-been-going-on-for-a-long-time/214991/ I totally agree with you. Urban blight brings down values, invites crime and becomes like rot in a city that prevents other positive things from growing. Cities should be more vigilant and notice owners of the building to shape them or or demolish them. A proactive approach works really well. Wed, 25 Mar 2009 16:34:00 GMT http://www.zillow.com/advice-thread/Does-anyone-no-why-this-is-happening-it%27s-not-just-the-economy-it-has-been-going-on-for-a-long-time/214991/ 2009-03-25T16:34:00Z