Recent Changes in the Housing Status of Blacks in Los Angeles

In the aftermath of reductions in federal housing assistance programs during the 1980s, many cities are experiencing severe shortages of affordable housing. It is particularly difficult for low income and minority households to find and maintain adequate, low-cost housing. This article describes how...

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Published in:The Review of Black political economy 1991-01, Vol.19 (3-4), p.211-240
Main Authors: Grigsby, J. Eugene, Hruby, Mary L.
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Affordable housing
Blacks
California
Households
Housing
Housing authorities
Housing costs
Housing needs
Housing policy
Indexing in process
Low income groups
Minority & ethnic groups
Neighborhoods
Public housing
Scarcity
Shortages
Social services
U.S.A
Urban areas
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Summary:In the aftermath of reductions in federal housing assistance programs during the 1980s, many cities are experiencing severe shortages of affordable housing. It is particularly difficult for low income and minority households to find and maintain adequate, low-cost housing. This article describes how Los Angeles has responded to this need through implementation of a particular housing policy and financing strategy. It specifically examines what impacts this program has had in producing affordable housing in the city's low-income, minority neighborhoods. Recommendations for further public action on housing needs in Los Angeles are also offered.
ISSN:0034-6446
1936-4814
DOI:10.1007/BF02895345