RENTAL FLATS AS A SOLUTION TO LAND CRISIS IN THE PERI-URBAN GREATER JAKARTA AREA: AN EVALUATIVE STUDY IN TANGERANG CITY, INDONESIA
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https://doi.org/10.21837/pm.v24i42.2070Keywords:
vertical housing, affordable housing, rental flats, low-income communities, policy evaluation, Tangerang CityAbstract
The urbanization and population expansion in Tangerang City have increased the demand for affordable housing, yet land supply is constrained and prices are elevated. Home ownership is becoming progressively costly for individuals with modest income (MBR). In response, the Tangerang City Government constructed Simple Rental Flats (rusunawa) to offer adequate housing at affordable rental rates. Nonetheless, its execution encounters numerous obstacles, particularly the disparity between policies and practical situations. This study seeks to assess the utilization of rusunawa in Tangerang City by analyzing physical characteristics, and inhabitant profiles, while comparing these factors with relevant policies. The research employed a quantitative methodology with a simple random sample procedure involving 910 households throughout three rusunawa (Manis Jaya, Gebang Raya, and Betet). The findings indicated that the occupancy rate of rusunawa attained 93%, accompanied by an extensive waiting list, signifying substantial public interest. Nonetheless, a divergence existed between policy and reality, exemplified by the utilization of residential apartments for commercial purposes, exorbitant rental prices, insufficient educational institutions, and concerns over security and maintenance. Moreover, the majority of inhabitants have exceeded the maximum rental duration of three years, resulting in a misalignment of target demographics, as some people possess the financial means to afford housing. This study advises modifying the rental charge policy according to financial capacity, enhancing support facilities, augmenting oversight, and fortifying the residents' institution. The government must also contemplate the development of supplementary rusunawa including a greater variety of unit types to address community requirements. This study significantly enhances the management of rusunawa in Tangerang City, promoting greater effectiveness and equity for MBR.
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