Housing

Chapter Outline and Key Questions:

1. What is housing shortage?

– Lack of safe shelter

– Insufficient basic services

2. Which cities in the world experience housing shortage?

3. Why does housing shortage occur?

– Location of cities that experience housing shortage

– Rapid population growth

– Migration

– High birth rates

– Competing land use

– Limited land supply

4. What are the consequences of housing shortage in cities?

– Homelessness

– Slums and squatter settlements

– Environmental pollution

– Low level of health due to poor living conditions

– Vulnerability

5. What are some strategies used by cities to manage housing shortage and build inclusive homes?

– Strategies to manage housing shortage

– Slum upgrading

– Provision of public housing

– Inclusive housing

– Affordable housing

– Facilities and amenities for all ages

Strong sense of place and belonging