Charleston Urban Renewal Authority

The Charleston Urban Renewal Authority (CURA) is a redevelopment agency based in Charleston, West Virginia, that has been serving the city since 1952. CURA's mission is to act as a catalyst for encouraging continuous growth, development, and enhancement for the revitalization of Charleston. The authority provides financial and administrative assistance to support various redevelopment activities, including land assembly, parks, private business site development, streetscape improvements, and neighborhood revitalization.