Housing Policy: An Introduction by Balchin, Dr Paul | Balchin, Paul

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Pages: 328

Product Description

Now in its third edition, the highly successful Housing Policy: An Introduction has been thoroughly updated to include the latest legislation together with an analysis of the effects of the recession on housing policy. The book has been completely reworked to take account of new trends in housing policy, providing the ideal introduction to the area covering housebuilding, rehabilitation, local authority and private rented housing together with housing associations and owner- occupation. The book now also expands on new topical issues such as homelessness, gender, equal opportunities, race, age, singleparent families together with a look at the situation in Europe.
This book is ideal for the student tackling housing policy , offering withat all levels. It used practical examples to offer all-round grounding in policy for those taking qualifications in housing, urban studies, social policy and social administration.

Review

Reviews of the previous edition:'This book offers a comprehensive account and discussion of major issues in housing finance and economics ... a most useful text for students of housing, planning, urban geography and other similar courses.' - Town Planning Review

'A valuable and up-to-date text which makes its own contribution to the present literature.' - Regional Studies

' A perceptive and up-to-date critical analysis of current government policies towards housing.' - Government and Policy

From the Back Cover

Now in its third edition, the highly successful Housing Policy has been thoroughly updated to include the latest legislation together with an analysis of the effects of the recession on housing policy. The book has been completely reworked to take account of the new trends in housing policy. Describing policies and explaining their effects as well as analysing recent changes and their implications, this provides the perfect introduction to the area. This book is ideal for the student tackling housing policy at all levels. It uses practical examples to offer an all-round grounding in policy for those taking qualifications in housing, urban studies, social policy and social administration.

About the Author

Paul Balchin is currently Reader in Urban Economics at Greenwich University.