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Public hearing proposed zone change where the Hartford Street Block Club scored a major victory in terms of support
3-50 opposition; residents argue commercial use of property has caused speculation, deterioration, increased traffic, and…

The Hartford City Council voted 8-0 to proceed with a "down zone" initiative along Hungerford Street and Broad Street, marking the city's first transition from commercial to residential zoning in an effort to reshape the urban landscape.

Four attorneys who own property in the Hungerford Street neighborhood are appealing a zone change, contending that it does not align with public welfare and fails to address the broader needs of the community.

The opinion article asserts that the decisions regarding the zone change represent a triumph for the neighborhood, applauding the City Council's new housing policy and acknowledging the positive roles played by the City Planning Commission and City…

HART congress sets priorities elects officers, leaves questions
Bill Doak, again writing about the HART, seems to have some interest in housing issues in Frog Hollow"

"HART to meet on property tax differential, the almost $300 property tax hike next year(1982)
Tax differential would harm homeowners and provide a big tax break to businesses".

Housing co-op applications benign sought after. Applications should qualify under Section 8 guidelines

An advertisement promotes a real estate program providing mortgage assistance for purchasing homes in Frog Hollow, aiming to make urban living more affordable.

Trasso lives in 4-room apartment and pays $85 rent out of her social security check. The landlord shuts off all gas in the apartment since he can't afford utilities due to the amount of rent he gets from the building. Landlord is in the process of…

An advertisement highlights Mildred Torres as the first Puerto Rican Councilwoman, emphasizing her dedicated focus on housing. Torres has actively worked on formulating housing and anti-displacement policies, introduced zone changes in the Hungerford…