Compact Housing for Incremental Growth: The K206 RDP Project in Alexandra, Johannesburg
Afua Wilcox,
Nelson Mota,
Marietta Haffner
et al.
Abstract:The South African Reconstruction and Development Programme (RDP) was initiated to provide subsidised housing for low-income families. However, the programme faced challenges in establishing adequate technical guidelines and standards, resulting in subpar housing quality. This article discusses the multifaceted nature of subsidised housing design, emphasising the importance of incorporating technical housing standards as well as the spatial needs of residents based on their context (at both domestic and neighbo… Show more
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