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The Housing Act of 1949 in Images.

Authors :
Heathcott, Joseph
Source :
Journal of the American Planning Association. 2024, Vol. 90 Issue 4, p786-790. 5p.
Publication Year :
2024

Abstract

The article titled "The Housing Act of 1949 in Images" provides a visual exploration of the impact of the 1949 Housing Act on urban redevelopment and housing in the United States. The article includes images and graphs that depict various aspects of the housing projects authorized under the act, such as slum clearance, urban renewal, demolition, and the construction of high-rise apartments. It also highlights the racial discrimination and challenges faced by Black communities in accessing fair housing and the role of homeownership in generational wealth. The article concludes with the mention of the HOPE VI program, which marked the end of conventional public housing. [Extracted from the article]

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
01944363
Volume :
90
Issue :
4
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
Journal of the American Planning Association
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
180230425
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1080/01944363.2024.2386914