Sustainable Urban Upgrading Of Informal Housing: A Proposed Approach In Developing Countries

Abstract

This paper examines the sustainable urban upgrading approach for informal housing as an effective solution in developing countries. It aims to understand the economic, social, and environmental factors that play a role in informal housing areas. The study was conducted based on a theoretical approach and an in-depth analysis of the literature on housing and sustainable development. Moreover, field investigations of informal housing areas in India and Jakarta, including population economics, social activities, and spatial conditions, were conducted. The study found that developing informal housing involves understanding the sustainability framework, including economic, social, and environmental dimensions. Therefore, the approach taken by housing policymakers toward informal settlements should not only concentrate on the urban aspect or enhancing the physical environment; rather, these policies should focus on improving the standard of living and fostering social interaction in informal communities.