Remaking Housing Policy

This textbook offers a global perspective on housing policy, exploring objectives, mechanisms, and outcomes while providing case studies from various regions. Remaking Housing Policy is essential for students.

Breaking the traditional boundaries of housing policy literature, Remaking Housing Policy serves as the first global introductory textbook tailored for students worldwide. It begins with foundational principles, guiding readers through the objectives driving government interventions in housing. The text explores the various tools and mechanisms employed, alongside the outcomes of these policy decisions, providing a solid framework for understanding housing policies in different contexts.

The book features a diverse array of international case studies from Europe, Asia, Africa, and the Americas, showcasing how different regimes influence policy outcomes. It critically examines the rise of neo-classical market primacy in housing, highlighting the challenges many countries face due to an ineffective mix of state and market processes. Through this exploration, Remaking Housing Policy revisits fundamental concepts, demonstrating what strategies are effective and identifying areas for future improvement in housing policy.

Providing a thorough introduction to the objectives and mechanisms of social housing, this innovative international textbook is ideal for academics, housing students, and individuals in related disciplines such as geography, planning, property, and urban studies. Remaking Housing Policy not only educates but also inspires future policymakers to think critically about housing strategies and their impacts on society.