| Autor: |
MACKINTOSH, SHEILA, LEATHER, PHILIP |
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Journal of Urban Affairs; 1995, Vol. 17 Issue 4, p377-393, 17p |
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ABSTRACT: In the United Kingdom owner occupied pre-1919 housing forms the largest element of housing stock in poor condition and is the main focus of housing renewal policies. The rapid growth of homeownership and lack of rental houses have attracted many low income people. Grants to homeowners for repair and improvement have been the focus of government renewal policies over the past 20 years. Grant aid has not always targeted the worst properties nor has the work been as durable as expected. Public spending levels do not cover the magnitude of problems. The authors argue for new mechanisms to encourage private owner investment in maintenance, repair, and improvement. Alternative strategies are needed to ensure that limited public resources are used effectively. Their conclusions are relevant to other nations with increasing rates of homeownership. The authors stress the need to determine problems of housing condition early and to develop effective and realistic policies to deal with them. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR] |
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