Problem

Our city had a growing problem with abandoned houses, which were not only an eyesore but also attracted criminal activity. The city council wanted to take action and come up with a plan to address the issue.

We realized that one of the biggest challenges was that many residents didn't know where these abandoned houses were located, making it difficult for them to report any suspicious activity or for the city to take action. We needed a way to identify and document all of the abandoned houses in the city.

Learn more about our solution here.

Solution

We came up with the idea of creating a photo collection of all of the abandoned houses in the city. Our team consisted of two members who went around different neighborhoods taking pictures of every abandoned house they could find. We then compiled all of these photos into an online database that was accessible to everyone.

The database included information about each house, such as its location, condition, and any other relevant details. This allowed residents to easily identify any abandoned houses in their neighborhood and report them to the city council. It also helped us keep track of which houses had been addressed and which still needed attention.

Impact

Identified over X% more abandoned houses than previously known
Increased community involvement in reporting suspicious activity by X%

"This project has made a huge impact on our community by helping us address a major issue and increasing community involvement. It's amazing to see what we can accomplish when we work together."

Team

Team Member #1 - Photographer
- Took pictures of all the abandoned houses in the city
- Organized and compiled the photo collection into an online database
Team Member #2 - Data Analyst
- Analyzed data from the photo collection to identify patterns and trends in abandoned houses across different neighborhoods
- Provided insights to the city council on how to address the issue more effectively

Abandoned Houses