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Initially published in 1981, this book examines the problems of housing provision for the urban poor in developing countries, within the context of the development process as a whole. The investigation concentrates on the political economy of housing investment and illustrates how programmes and policies are often determined by broader development issues.

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Author:   David Drakakis-Smith
Publisher:   Taylor & Francis Ltd
Imprint:   Routledge
Dimensions:   Width: 15.60cm , Height: 2.20cm , Length: 23.40cm
Weight:   0.640kg
ISBN:  

9780415594998

ISBN 10:   0415594995
Pages:   252
Publication Date:   26 November 2010
Audience:   College/higher education ,  General/trade ,  Tertiary & Higher Education ,  General
Format:   Hardback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   In Print  
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Table of Contents

1. The Urbanisation Process in Developing Countries 2. Housing and Development Planning 3. Squatter Settlements 4. Slums 5. Government Housing 6. The Role of the Private Sector 7. Conclusion: Housing and the Development Process

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