Rental housing takes the biggest share in Addis Ababa’s housing stock; above 50 percent. 37% is the share of the private rental sector; which is characterised by continuous rise in rent price and is becoming unaffordable for many poor households. Contrary to this is the public rental housing sector (PRH); it provides the most affordable housing units so far. With unrevised rent price and contract the sector has become permanent affordable shelter for many. Government policy that promotes home ownership has frozen the production of new PRH units.
The study examines existing PRH stock in Addis Ababa in search of potentials and lessons for further developing the sector in the future. It focuses on apartments constructed by Agency for Government Houses (AGH); and studies development process, target group and management. Based on findings the study also proposes a strategy for developing the
sector anew.
Table of Contents
- Chapter One: BACKGROUND
- 1.1 Motivation and Relevance
- 1.2 The Research Approach
- 1.3 Scope of the Study
- 1.4 Research Questions
- 1.5 Organization of the Research
- Chapter Two: RESEARCH METHODOLOGY
- 2.1 Research Design
- 2.2 Choice of Methods
- 2.3 Selection of Cases
- 2.4 Purpose of Data Collection
- 2.5 Type of Data
- 2.6 Sources of Data
- 2.7 Data Collection Techniques
- 2.8 Data Analysis Technique
- 2.9 Validity and Reliability
- Chapter Three: LITERATURE REVIEW
- 3.1 Home Ownership and Rental Housing
- 3.2 Public Rental Housing (PRH)
- 3.3 Measuring Public Rental Housing Management
- 3.4 Global Experiences of PRH
- Chapter Four: CONTEXTUAL BACKGROUND
- 4.1 Introducing Ethiopia and its Capital; Addis Ababa
- 4.2 Rental Housing in the Context of Housing Development of Ethiopia
- 4.3 Current Rental Housing Market in Addis Ababa
- 4.4 Current Public Housing Programs
- Chapter Five: CASE STUDY
- 5.1 Agency for Government Houses (AGH)
- 5.2 Case Studies
- Chapter Six: FINDINGS AND IMPLICATIONS
- 6.1 Analysing the Context
- 6.2 Development Process of Apartments Constructed by AGH
- 6.3 Current Tenants of the Apartments
- 6.4 Management Performance of AGH
- Chapter Seven: PROPOSED STRATEGY
- 7.1 The Way Forward
- 7.2 Background
- 7.3 Program Design
- 7.4 Development Process
- 7.5 Management
- 7.6 Further Research Issues
Objectives and Key Themes
This study examines the existing public rental housing (PRH) stock in Addis Ababa to identify potentials and lessons for future development. It focuses on apartments built by the Agency for Government Houses (AGH), analyzing the development process, target group, and management. The research aims to propose a new strategy for developing the PRH sector.
- The role of public rental housing in addressing housing affordability in Addis Ababa.
- Analysis of the development process and management of PRH units by the AGH.
- Characteristics of the tenant population in AGH apartments.
- Comparison of the Ethiopian PRH sector with global experiences.
- Development of a strategic plan for future expansion and improvement of the PRH sector in Addis Ababa.
Chapter Summaries
Chapter One: BACKGROUND: This chapter sets the stage for the research by outlining its motivation and relevance, explaining the chosen research approach and scope, specifying the research questions, and detailing the organization of the study. It establishes the context and rationale behind the investigation of public rental housing in Addis Ababa.
Chapter Two: RESEARCH METHODOLOGY: This chapter details the research design employed, including the choice of methods, case selection, data collection purposes and types, data sources and collection techniques, data analysis methods, and considerations for validity and reliability. It explains the methods used to ensure rigor and trustworthiness in the research findings.
Chapter Three: LITERATURE REVIEW: This chapter provides a comprehensive overview of existing literature on home ownership and rental housing, focusing specifically on public rental housing (PRH) and its management. It also explores global experiences with PRH, setting the stage for a comparative analysis with the case study of Addis Ababa. The chapter contextualizes the study within broader theoretical and practical frameworks.
Chapter Four: CONTEXTUAL BACKGROUND: This chapter provides crucial background information on Ethiopia and Addis Ababa, focusing on rental housing within the larger context of housing development in Ethiopia and describing the current rental housing market and existing public housing programs in Addis Ababa. It builds a comprehensive understanding of the socio-economic environment within which the PRH operates.
Chapter Five: CASE STUDY: This chapter delves into a detailed case study of the Agency for Government Houses (AGH) in Addis Ababa and the apartments it manages. It presents specific examples of the agency's operations, shedding light on their strengths and weaknesses, and offering context for the findings in later chapters.
Chapter Six: FINDINGS AND IMPLICATIONS: This chapter presents the key findings from the research, including an analysis of the context, the development process of apartments built by AGH, a profile of the current tenants, and an evaluation of AGH's management performance. The implications of these findings for understanding the successes and challenges of PRH in Addis Ababa are thoroughly explored.
Keywords
Public rental housing, Addis Ababa, Agency for Government Houses (AGH), affordable housing, housing policy, tenant satisfaction, housing management, development process, Ethiopia, rental market.
Frequently Asked Questions: A Comprehensive Language Preview
What is the overall subject of this research?
This research examines the existing public rental housing (PRH) stock in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, focusing on apartments built by the Agency for Government Houses (AGH). It analyzes the development process, target group, management, and proposes a new strategy for developing the PRH sector to address housing affordability.
What are the main objectives of the study?
The study aims to analyze the role of public rental housing in addressing housing affordability in Addis Ababa, evaluate the development process and management of PRH units by the AGH, characterize the tenant population in AGH apartments, compare the Ethiopian PRH sector with global experiences, and develop a strategic plan for future expansion and improvement of the PRH sector in Addis Ababa.
What key themes are explored in the research?
Key themes include the effectiveness of public rental housing in Addis Ababa, the development process and management practices of the Agency for Government Houses (AGH), the characteristics and experiences of tenants residing in AGH apartments, a comparative analysis of the Ethiopian PRH sector with global best practices, and the development of a strategic framework for enhancing the PRH sector in Addis Ababa.
What is included in the Table of Contents?
The Table of Contents covers seven chapters: Background, Research Methodology, Literature Review, Contextual Background, Case Study (focusing on the Agency for Government Houses), Findings and Implications, and a Proposed Strategy. Each chapter is further divided into sub-sections detailing specific aspects of the research.
What research methodology was used?
The research methodology chapter details the research design, including the choice of methods, case selection, data collection techniques (types of data and sources), data analysis methods, and the measures taken to ensure the validity and reliability of the findings. The specific methods employed are described in detail within this chapter.
What is the focus of the literature review?
The literature review comprehensively examines existing literature on home ownership and rental housing, with a specific focus on public rental housing (PRH) and its management. It includes global experiences with PRH to provide a comparative perspective for the Addis Ababa case study.
What is the significance of the case study on the Agency for Government Houses (AGH)?
The case study on the Agency for Government Houses (AGH) provides an in-depth analysis of their operations, including the development process of their apartments, the characteristics of their tenant population, and an evaluation of their management performance. This case study forms a central component of the research findings.
What are the key findings and implications discussed in the research?
The findings and implications chapter presents the key results from the research, including analysis of the context, development process of AGH apartments, profiles of current tenants, and an evaluation of AGH's management performance. It explores the implications of these findings for understanding the successes and challenges of PRH in Addis Ababa.
What is proposed as a way forward for improving public rental housing in Addis Ababa?
The proposed strategy chapter outlines a plan for future expansion and improvement of the PRH sector in Addis Ababa. This includes recommendations for program design, development process, management practices, and areas for further research.
What are the keywords associated with this research?
The keywords include: Public rental housing, Addis Ababa, Agency for Government Houses (AGH), affordable housing, housing policy, tenant satisfaction, housing management, development process, Ethiopia, and rental market.
- Quote paper
- Yehanew Hailu (Author), 2016, Public Rental Housing as Housing Delivery Strategy in Addis Ababa, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/420481
