From The Atlantic Cities — Jane Jacobs Was Right: Gradual Redevelopment Does Promote Community

ERIC JAFFE  The results showed quite clearly that a mixture of buildings indicated strong social ties. Mid-century housing age was significantly associated with all four types of social relations, while recent construction had a negative association with social control in particular. Once King controlled for other demographic factors, only housing "age diversity" kept its significant link with all four social metrics she measured. Read more: Jane Jacobs Was Right: Gradual Redevelopment Does Promote Community - Eric Jaffe - The Atlantic Cities