Advisory Center for Affordable Settlements & Housing

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Document Type General
Publish Date 03/10/2012
Author Zaigham M. Rizvi
Published By Zaigham M. Rizvi
Edited By Saba Bilquis
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Directions for Affordable Housing Policy in Indonesia

Urbanization is not delivering economic growth benefits – housing is an entry point. Indonesia is rapidly urbanizing with a young population that will demand housing. The majority of housing (~80%) in Indonesia is incremental & self-built. Affordability for housing is declining, especially for low-income groups. Headship rates from 2001-2007 indicate a slowdown in household formation. Constraints to the housing market relate to land, access to financing & targeting of subsidies. What can be done? Leverage Communities and Local Governments in Self-Build Programs. Reform land and permitting regulations. Expand access to finance and explore options targeting low-income households. Improve institutional coordination.

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