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Tom Kelly
Tom Kelly
The Real Estate Adviser
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July 7, 2005

The Real Estate Adviser: Former Disney exec tries new approach in Fla. development

By TOM KELLY
Special to the Journal

PENSACOLA, Fla. — Remember "new urbanism?" The planning approach promoted community in suburban areas by putting housing, work places, shops, civic events, entertainment, schools and parks all within easy walking distance of each other.

Next came "urban rejuvenation," a movement that sparked interest in living, shopping and entertainment downtown. Pushed along by working couples, single professionals and aging executives, it is alive and well in many metropolitan areas, including Seattle and Portland.


 
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