SW241 Macro Social Work: Housing Issues
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What does the right to adequate housing NOT include?

  • Security of tenure
  • Accessibility
  • Profitability (correct)
  • Cultural adequacy

What is the median multiple for housing affordability in Hong Kong as of 2023?

  • 18.3
  • 16.7 (correct)
  • 23.2
  • 20.5

Which of the following is NOT a general eligibility criterion for a housing applicant in Hong Kong?

  • Must not exceed income and asset limits
  • Must be 18 years of age or older
  • Must be residing in Hong Kong
  • Must have an interest in domestic property (correct)

Which document recognizes the right to adequate housing as part of the right to an adequate standard of living?

<p>1948 Universal Declaration of Human Rights (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT considered a key element of the right to adequate housing?

<p>Exclusivity (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the key components involved in the concept of double aging?

<p>Building stock aging (B), Population aging (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which factor is NOT listed as a challenge in double aging?

<p>Increased population density (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum annual allocation quota for the Quota and Points system?

<p>2,200 units (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the strategic directions of the Long Term Housing Strategy?

<p>To ensure efficient use of resources (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

At age 55, how many points are assigned in the Quota and Points system?

<p>408 points (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which aspect of private residential properties is mentioned as part of the Long Term Housing Strategy?

<p>Encouragement of good sales and tenancy practices (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of public housing in Singapore is available for rental?

<p>3.8% (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

As of June 2024, what is the average waiting time for general applicants to be housed in public rental housing (PRH)?

<p>5.5 years (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a proposed legislative action in the 2024 Policy Address?

<p>Creating regulations for real estate agents (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one key goal of the Quota and Points system after 5 years of waiting at 447 points for someone aged 40?

<p>318 months estimated waiting time (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the projected number of private housing units aged 70 or above by 2046?

<p>326,000 (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How many licensed bedspace apartments are there in Hong Kong as of October 2024?

<p>7 (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the average waiting time for elderly one-person applicants as of June 2024?

<p>3.7 years (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What legislation restricts bedspace apartments in certain types of buildings?

<p>Bedspace Apartments Ordinance (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

By how much did the average waiting time for public rental housing drop for general applicants as of June 2024?

<p>0.2 years (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the trend indicated for private buildings aged 50 or above in the past decade?

<p>Increasing from 4,500 to 9,600 units (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Housing as a right

Housing is a fundamental human right, not a simple commodity. It's recognized internationally as a component of the right to an adequate standard of living.

Adequate Housing Elements

Adequate housing includes security of tenure, availability of services, affordability, habitability, accessibility, location, and cultural appropriateness.

Housing Affordability (Hong Kong)

Hong Kong's housing affordability is measured by comparing median house prices to median household incomes. A high ratio (median multiple) indicates decreased affordability.

Housing Eligibility Criteria

Specific criteria (e.g., residency, income limits, asset restrictions) determine who is eligible for housing assistance/programs in Hong Kong.

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Housing Affordability Ratio

A comparison of median house prices to median household incomes, used to gauge the affordability of housing. A higher ratio indicates less affordability.

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Public Housing Profile in Singapore

Singapore's housing system primarily relies on sales, with only a small percentage (3.8%) rented out by the government. Hong Kong, on the other hand, has a heavier reliance on rental housing (66.3%).

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Home Ownership Rate in Macao

Data on Macao's home ownership rate is not provided in the given text.

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Average Waiting Time for Public Rental Housing

The average waiting time for general applicants to secure public rental housing (PRH) in Hong Kong has decreased to 5.5 years. Elderly one-person applicants have a shorter waiting time of 3.7 years.

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Bedspace Apartments Ordinance

This ordinance defines a bedspace apartment as a flat with 12 or more bedspaces rented out, regardless of internal partitions. They are not permitted in industrial buildings or basements.

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Subdivided Units

Subdivided units refer to rooms created by dividing existing flats into multiple, smaller units, potentially affecting living conditions and safety.

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Aging Problem in Housing

By 2046, Hong Kong will have a significant number of private housing units (326,000) aged 70 or above, highlighting a growing challenge in managing aging buildings.

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Increase in Aging Private Buildings

The number of private buildings aged 50 or above in Hong Kong has increased significantly over the past decade, with a projected rise to 22,900 by 2042.

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Housing Affordability

The text does not provide specific data on housing affordability metrics like median house prices or income levels.

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Double Aging

A situation where both the population and the building stock are aging simultaneously. This creates unique challenges as the population needs more age-friendly housing while the existing building stock may not meet those needs.

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Challenges of Double Aging

Double aging presents challenges like time-consuming renovations, high uncertainty about future needs, limited subsidies, and the physical limitations of older buildings. Maintaining the quality of life and accessibility also becomes difficult.

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Average Household Size

The average number of people living in a household. This metric changes over time due to factors like demographics, economic conditions, and social trends.

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Quota and Points System

A system used by Hong Kong's Housing Authority to allocate public rental units. It assigns points based on factors like age, family size, and income, with a limited number of units available each year.

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Waiting Time for Housing

The time it takes for someone to receive a public rental unit after applying under the Quota and Points System. This waiting time varies significantly based on the applicant's points and the available units.

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Long Term Housing Strategy

A plan developed by the Hong Kong government to address its housing challenges. It focuses on increasing public rental units, expanding subsidized home ownership options, and stabilizing the housing market.

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Basic Housing Units (SDUs)

Simplified housing units designed to provide basic, affordable housing options. These units often feature smaller living spaces and basic amenities.

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Traditional Housing & Light Public Housing

A contrast between traditional private housing with its market-driven prices and light public housing that offers lower rents with stricter eligibility criteria.

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Study Notes

Social Work Intervention III - Macro Practice (SW241)

  • Course offered by the Department of Social Work, Hong Kong Shue Yan University
  • Focuses on macro practice, specifically addressing housing issues in Hong Kong

Macro Social Work Practice: Addressing Housing Issues in Hong Kong

  • Week 10 of the course
  • Explores macro social work practice related to housing in Hong Kong

Housing Right

  • Housing is a fundamental human right, not a commodity
  • Adequate housing is recognized as part of the right to an adequate standard of living
  • Article 25 of the 1948 Universal Declaration of Human Rights and Article 11.1 of the 1966 International Covenant on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights detail this right

Key Elements of the Right to Adequate Housing

  • Security of tenure
  • Availability of services
  • Affordability
  • Habitability
  • Accessibility
  • Location
  • Cultural adequacy

Affordability in Hong Kong

  • The 2024 report assesses housing affordability in 94 major markets
  • Data collected from the third quarter of 2023
  • Affordability measured by the median price-to-income ratio (median multiple)
  • Median House Price/Median Household Income
  • Median Multiple: 2023 (16.7), 2021 (23.2)

Task Force on Land Supply (2018)

  • Report focused on land utilization
  • Provided short-term/medium-term, and long-term options for land supply
  • Data shows land use proportions (e.g., Grassland, Woodland, Shrubland) and areas

Housing Profile (2022)

  • Summary data on different housing types (e.g., Public permanent housing, Rental housing, Subsidised sale flats) in Hong Kong
  • Breakdown of public permanent housing by district (e.g., Hong Kong Island, Kowloon, New Territories).

General Eligibility Criteria for Applicants

  • Residing in Hong Kong
  • No interest in any domestic property in Hong Kong
  • Income and asset limits must be met (specific details provided in a table)
  • Applicant must be 18 years of age or older

Case Study: Chuk Yuen (竹園)

  • Detailed case study of a housing estate in Hong Kong
  • Includes maps and charts displaying location, building types, and available housing units.
  • Includes floor plans for various buildings, including layouts and space allocation.

Quota and Points System

  • The system is for non-elderly single-person applicants for public rental housing.
  • Priority given to applicants with higher points based on age and waiting time.
  • Applicants currently in PRH have points deducted.
  • Maximum annual allocation is 2,200 units.

Aging Problem in Housing

  • Rising number of private housing units over 70 years of age
  • Number of aged buildings increasing rapidly, potentially creating infrastructure management issues.
  • Statistics on the age of Public Rental Housing units

Double aging

  • Population aging + Building Stock aging
  • Challenges in double aging consist of time consuming process with high uncertainty, limited financial assistance, physical constraints of old buildings and diminishing neighbourhood support

Average Household Size and Housing Policy

  • Summarises average household size for different forms of housing (Public permanent housing, Rental housing, Subsidised sale flats, Private permanent housing) in Hong Kong
  • Shows historical trends and changes in family size over time, along with average household size

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This quiz focuses on macro social work practices related to housing issues as discussed in week 10 of SW241. It emphasizes the importance of housing as a fundamental human right and explores the key elements essential for adequate housing, particularly in Hong Kong. Test your understanding of these crucial concepts and their applications in social work.

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