Housing and its Spatial Distribution

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What are the different types of housing?

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Housing can be built in a planned or unplanned fashion. Examples include igloos by the Inuit and farmhouses in the USA.

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What is the difference between high-rise and low-rise housing?

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High-rise housing has more than 6 storeys and is associated with high-density living, found near city centers. Low-rise housing is typically detached or semi-detached and found towards the city fringe.

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What is formal housing?

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Formal housing is legally built, often provided by the government or private developers, and includes infrastructure and basic services.

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What is informal housing?

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Informal housing is illegally built, often self-constructed without legal rights to the land, and lacks access to basic services.

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What are the features of formal housing?

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Formal housing is built by government or private developers, has legal rights to occupy land, and provides access to basic services.

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What are the features of informal housing?

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Informal housing is characterized by self-built settlements, no legal rights to land, and lack of access to basic services.

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Where is formal housing typically located in cities?

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Formal housing is found on desirable land, near greenery and amenities, away from pollution.

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Where is informal housing typically located in cities?

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Informal housing is often found in undesirable areas, such as near landfills and polluting industries.

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What factors affect the location of housing?

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Factors include land-use planning, zoning regulations, and the focus of private developers on commercially viable sites.

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What is the significance of high-quality building materials in formal housing?

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High-quality materials ensure durability and safety, allowing houses to withstand harsh weather and require minimal maintenance.