Right to Housing
/ˈraɪt tuː ˈhaʊzɪŋ/
Definitions
- (n.) A legal or human right recognized in international and domestic law ensuring individuals have access to adequate, safe, and affordable housing.
The government enacted policies to uphold the right to housing for all citizens.
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- right to housing
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Commentary
The right to housing is often rooted in human rights instruments and can involve both positive obligations on states and protection against forced evictions.
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