Population Reports' Q&As

Meeting the Urban Challenge

Making Urban Areas Work

What are two of the most important components of policies to avoid slums?

Two of the most important components of policies to avoid slums are providing both access to land and financing for the poor (137). Governments often need to reform laws and regulations concerning markets for housing, land, and infrastructure. Also, reforming housing finance systems can give the poor more access to credit (154, 155).

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