The preservation of vibrant and appealing inner cities is the core concern of urban development and thus of urban policy as well. A number of legal and strategic errors can occur in the process of developing and redeveloping locations for retail business. Errors of this kind can jeopardize the success of an entire undertaking. Projects to establish and revitalize retail businesses are warmly welcomed and promoted by communities, and, as a result, are often centrally managed. Not infrequently, specific stumbling blocks may arise for investors and developers at the municipal level. Legal regulations and judicial decisions may pose significant hurdles that entail major economic risks, not only when developing new retail businesses but also when restructuring existing retail locations. This handbook is written in a user-friendly and clear manner. The needs of real-world practice dictate the depth of the handbook's presentation and relative weight given to legal, economic, and strategic aspects. In keeping with this approach, an in-depth presentation is provided when the details matter. The handbook includes examples, forms, and templates, thus ensuring immediate applicability to day-to-day professional practice.weiterlesen