Those in charge of looking at designs for rebuilding of Alberta City and the Cedar Crest and Rosedale area should take a look at the Highpoint Community in West Seattle, Washington. This was once a run-down crime ridden area, and is now a lovely residential area of housing for varied socio-economic groups. There is a combination of duplex, townhouse, condo and detached single family housing, including section 8. It has won many awards, been cited on TV and magazines as a model for urban redevelopment and green design. This housing incorporates green design, energy efficiency, harmonious yet varying structural designs with excellent color selections. It looks like an urban village, and it is centered around a large park. There is a community center for the residents, also. It is very diverse, with people of all races and religions living harmoniously together. Check out this link:

http://www.thehighpoint.com/extreme_makeover.php

Click through the various areas on the site to see the different types of housing--appropriate for lower and medium income people, as well as student housing. It is extremely attractive. How do I know about it?--I have lived there for 2 years while working for the government, and now I am moving back to Tuscaloosa next month.