The Principles of Housing is an engaging and discursive introduction to the key topics within housing studies. Whereas many books get bogged down in country-specific policy or small innovations, this book argues that the fundamental concepts of what we call housing are relatively stable and unchangeable. By focusing on universal principles, the book provides an introduction to housing that can be used by students world-wide. The book consists of a series of short chapters relating to the key issues of housing, such as borrowing, choice, finance, government, need, reform and welfare. Each chapter is designed to be a starting point for a wider conversation, with discussion questions and a number of think pieces and international case studies to help students connect these general principles to their own surroundings. Written by renowned housing expert Peter King, The Principles of Housing succeeds in being accessible and engaging without shying away from the complexities of housing issues. The book will be invaluable to students on housing-related courses across finance, real estate, planning, development, politics and sociology subjects. The book would also be useful to housing professionals and policy makers aiming to expand their understanding of housing issues.

Red tape is a significant stumbling block to the provision of affordable shelter to the urban poor and, indeed, slums are largely the result of inappropriate regulatory frameworks. This practice-oriented manual tackles the issue of regulatory frameworks for urban upgrading and new housing development, and how they impact on access to adequate, affordable shelter and other key livelihood assets, in particular for the urban poor. It illustrates two methods for reviewing regulatory frameworks and expounds guiding principles for effecting change, informed by action research. The downloadable resources contain case studies, methods, exercises and tools, references and website links, and a video on reviewing regulatory frameworks.

Housing Law: Cases, Materials and Commentary examines contemporary housing law as it affects people who do not own their own homes. Each topic is approached through the relevant legislation and case law which the reader is guided through by introductory comments and explanatory notes. Although emphasis is on the legal regulation of rented housing, the authors have attempted to place the law in the social context in which it operates. Contains important primary sources with accompanying notes. Each topic is approached through the relevant legal materials - both legislation and case law - and the reader is guided through the materials by introductory comments and explanatory notes. Emphasis is placed on the legal regulation of rented housing, and the authors have also placed the law in the social context in which it operates. The authors provide a general survey of the common law rules and principles affecting the landlord-tenant relationship.