Jeff-Vander-Lou

St. Louis' Prop NS funds help North Grand Neighborhood Services take on a giant task — one house at a time.

“While eminent domain can be scary, ultimately, this use of eminent domain protects existing residents and existing occupied businesses,” the bill’s sponsor said.

Jeff-Vander-Lou and St. Louis Place neighborhood associations are proposing a redevelopment to city officials that would allow residents to use tax abatements to improve their homes and block eminent domain from being used to force them to sell.

The property once known for raucous and seedy activity is undergoing a physical and narrative renovation.