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HOUSING CRISIS [1 record]

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Record 1 2024-04-25

English

Subject field(s)
  • Social Problems
  • Urban Housing
CONT

A housing crisis refers to a situation where there is a significant shortage of affordable and adequate housing options for a large portion of the population. In said crisis, the cost of housing often exceeds what individuals or families can afford, leading to increased homelessness, overcrowding, or individuals living in substandard conditions.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Problèmes sociaux
  • Habitation et logement (Urbanisme)

Spanish

Campo(s) temático(s)
  • Problemas sociales
  • Viviendas (Urbanismo)
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