The effort to bring vitality to these neighborhood business districts revolve around addressing needs in four major areas. The Main Street Four Point Approach® has been developed by the National Trust for Historic Preservation® for the revitalization of older areas.

Design
Enhancing the physical appearance of the commercial district by rehabilitating historic buildings, encouraging supportive new construction, developing sensitive design management systems, and long-term planning.

Organization
Building consensus and cooperation among the many groups and individuals who have a role in the revitalization process.

Promotion
Marketing the traditional commercial district’s assets to customers, potential investors, new businesses, local citizens and visitors.

Economic Restructuring
Strengthening the district’s existing economic base while finding ways to expand it to meet new opportunities and challenges from outlying development