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When was the National Housing Trust (NHT) established in Jamaica?
When was the National Housing Trust (NHT) established in Jamaica?
- 1987
- 1962
- 1976 (correct)
- 1950
What change in housing priority occurred in Jamaica during the 1970s?
What change in housing priority occurred in Jamaica during the 1970s?
- Emphasis on urban housing (correct)
- No change in housing priority
- Emphasis on rural housing
- Shift towards suburban housing
What is a persistent obstacle in Jamaica's housing situation despite the establishment of NHT?
What is a persistent obstacle in Jamaica's housing situation despite the establishment of NHT?
- Increased government funding for housing
- No financial deficiencies in the public sector
- Rapid decrease in population
- Decreased allocation of resources towards formal housing (correct)
Which strategy was promoted by the Jamaica Housing Strategy in 1987 to alleviate housing scarcity?
Which strategy was promoted by the Jamaica Housing Strategy in 1987 to alleviate housing scarcity?
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Despite current efforts, what continues into the future regarding Jamaica's housing situation?
Despite current efforts, what continues into the future regarding Jamaica's housing situation?
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Study Notes
Establishment of the National Housing Trust (NHT)
- The National Housing Trust (NHT) was established in Jamaica in 1974.
Shifting Housing Priorities in the 1970s
- During the 1970s, Jamaica experienced a shift in housing priorities, moving from low-cost housing towards affordable housing for middle-income earners.
Persistent Challenges in Jamaica's Housing Situation
- Despite the establishment of the NHT, housing affordability remains a persistent challenge in Jamaica.
Strategies for Alleviating Housing Scarcity
- The 1987 Jamaica Housing Strategy promoted privatization as a key strategy to address housing scarcity.
Future of Housing in Jamaica
- Despite current initiatives, housing affordability remains a pressing concern in Jamaica's future housing landscape.
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