Practically, what the hell is the matter with people? There are homeless and poverty-stricken families and individuals all around Detroit. At the very least the structures could be used to house people who are at risk of heat stroke in the summer months and of freezing in the winter. More ambitious plans could be proposed which puts small businesses up rent-free, possibly getting the homeless jobs that could help them work their way out of poverty. Communal living spaces could be erected, or shared housing for artists and students. But instead they think it'd be fun for a bunch of middle class white nerds to run around going "Braaaaaaains!!"
This is a great example of a more practical use for the neighborhood: http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/05/13/charismata-homes-of... https://www.nytimes.com/2012/06/14/garden/in-detroit-help-fo...