A PROPOSED THEORETICAL MODEL FOR AN INTEGRATED AFFORDABLE HOUSING STRATEGY FOR LOW-INCOME GROUPS AND ITS APPLICABILITY IN EGYPT

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Department of Architecture, Faculty of Fine Arts, Minia University, Minia City, Egypt

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This research aims to explore and develop an integrated strategic model for affordable housing for low-income groups, by collecting and classifying successful global experiences and analyzing their applicability within the Egyptian situation. International experiences were studied and their impacts evaluated, leading to the development of a multi-dimensional model encompassing four key pillars: the economic dimension, the social dimension, the planning and design dimension, and the governmental policy dimension.
The study adopted a qualitative analytical methodology through literature review, official and international reports, as well as brainstorming sessions with experts, real estate developers, and academics. A proposed model was formulated comprising over 146 global alternatives, categorized according to impact, applicability, responsible stakeholders, implementation mechanisms, and timeframe (short-, medium-, and long-term).
The discussion focused on adapting these alternatives to the Egyptian context by analyzing the prevailing economic, social, urban, and institutional challenges. The study proposes a flexible and inclusive strategy built on principles of community participation, social equity, multi-stakeholder partnerships, and both environmental and economic sustainability.

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Journal of Al-Azhar University Engineering Sector
Volume 20, Issue 77
October 2025
Pages 1373-1392

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