(a) It is declared to be the policy of Guam to undertake and pursue an active urban renewal program for the elimination, and for the prevention of the development or spread of slums and blight in Guam, within the contemplation of the Housing Act of 1949, as amended, and of any other applicable federal or Guam laws, including slum clearance and redevelopment, rehabilitation or conservation, or any combination or part thereof, and any other activities designed for the development of communities in Guam, to eliminate and prevent slum and blight, and to assure sound community growth.

(b) To the greatest extent feasible in carrying out the provisions of this Article, maximum opportunity, consistent with the sound needs of Guam as a whole, shall be afforded for the rehabilitation or redevelopment of an urban renewal area by private enterprise. The government of Guam, the Authority, and all other public agencies and bodies shall give consideration to this objective in exercising any powers under this Article, including the formulation of a workable program, the preparation and approval of urban renewal plans, the exercise of zoning

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powers, the enforcement of other laws, codes and regulations relating to the use of land and occupancy of buildings and improvements, the disposition of property acquired, and the provision of necessary public improvements.

SOURCE: GC § 13909.