Recovery and Future
After the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001, Lower Manhattan lost much of its economy and office space. While the area's economy has rebounded significantly, as of April 2012, the enormous World Trade Center site remains under construction. The Lower Manhattan Development Corporation plans to rebuild downtown Manhattan, by adding new streets, buildings, and office space.
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