Journal Article10.59324/ejtas.2023.1(4).38
Understanding the Challenges of Affordable Housing Provision in Nigeria: An Analysis of Key Factors and Policy Implications
Anthony Enwin,T. Ikiriko +1 more
- 06 Jul 2023
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TL;DR: This study examines the challenges of affordable housing in Nigeria, identifying key factors such as high construction costs, inadequate urban planning, limited access to finance, and corruption, and proposes policy recommendations to address these issues and ensure inclusive housing solutions.
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Abstract: Affordable housing remains a critical issue in Nigeria, with numerous factors contributing to its scarcity. This paper examines the key factors contributing to the lack of affordable housing in Nigeria, including high construction costs, inadequate urban planning and land use, limited access to finance, inadequate infrastructure, corruption and bureaucracy, limited government support and policy implementation, and high urban area land costs. High construction costs escalate housing prices, posing challenges for low-income earners to afford homes. Inadequate urban planning and land use policies result in spatial inequality, scarcity of available land, and increased housing costs. Limited access to finance restricts low-income earners' ability to secure mortgage financing for affordable homes. High urban area land costs further exacerbate the affordability challenge. Inadequate infrastructure hampers housing development and increases construction costs. Limited government support and policy implementation hinder effective affordable housing provision. Corruption and bureaucratic bottlenecks also hampers the process. These factors underscore the complex nature of the affordable housing crisis in Nigeria and necessitate a comprehensive approach involving collaboration between the government, private sector, and communities. Policy recommendations include improving policy implementation, fostering public-private partnerships, enhancing access to finance, strengthening urban planning strategies, investing in infrastructure, and providing increased government support for affordable housing initiatives. Addressing these factors will contribute to the creation of sustainable and inclusive housing solutions, ensuring that affordable homes become accessible to all Nigerians.
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Abstract: Urban housing development is an important aspect of sustainable spatial planning, where adequate infrastructure is a major factor in creating decent, comfortable, and safe housing. Infrastructure includes basic facilities, accessibility, security, and environmental sustainability. Semarang City, as one of the metropolitan cities in Indonesia, faces various challenges in managing housing infrastructure. Rapid population growth, limited land, and the threat of disasters such as floods are the main factors that affect infrastructure planning. Therefore, a clear parameter is needed to assess infrastructure capability in urban housing development. This research aims to identify infrastructure indicators in housing development. The results of this study have reached consensus on 23 indicators in only two rounds of Delphi, with 15 experts indicating a percentage of agreement over 75%, meaning the experts are in the agreed-upon category. The IQR≤1 value indicates a high degree of agreement. While SD<1, indicating that the experts' answers are homogeneous. In addition, the CV value obtained <0.2 or 20% indicates that stability is achieved, and there is no further Delphi round. There are four indicators of input from experts, including housing signage, a one-gate system, a jogging track, and a gathering point. However, one indicator that needs to be eliminated is the internet network, as it is not provided by housing but is instead held by each homeowner. The results of this study are expected to serve as a reference or influence existing regulations for policymakers and developers, ensuring that every housing development meets standards that support quality of life, efficiency, and sustainability.
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